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AMMONIUM OXALATE ICSC: 1036
March 1995
Oxalic acid, diammonium salt
Ethanedioic acid, diammonium salt

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CAS # 1113-38-8 C 2H 8N 2O 4 / NH 4OOCCOONH 4
RTECS # RO2750000 Molecular mass: 124.1
UN # 2811
EC # 607-007-00-3

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE
ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID /    FIRE FIGHTING   
FIRE Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
NO open flames.
Powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION


EXPOSURE
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!

Inhalation Cough. Sore throat (see Ingestion).
Local exhaust or breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest.
Skin Redness. Burning sensation. Pain. Blisters.
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes Redness. Pain. Severe deep burns.
Safety goggles, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
Ingestion Abdominal pain. Convulsions. Drowsiness. Dullness. Shock or collapse. Vomiting.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Rinse mouth. Give plenty of water to drink. Rest. Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL PACKAGING & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place (extra personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles).
Xn Symbol
R: 21/22
S: 2-24/25
Note: A
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Pack Group: III
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61G12c
Separated from food and feedstuffs, oxidants. Dry.

IMPORTANT DATA
PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
ODOURLESS, COLOURLESS, CRYSTALLINE POWDER.

CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on heating or on burning producing toxic and corrosive fumes including ammonia and nitrogen oxides. Reacts with oxidants.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:
TLV not established.
ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system and kidneys , resulting in impaired functions.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
The substance may have effects on the kidneys.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Decomposes below melting point at see Notes
Relative density (water = 1): 1.50
Solubility in water: moderate
 

ENVIRONMENTAL DATA


NOTES
The physical properties are those of the monohydrate. Temperature of decomposition unknown in literature.

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Programme on
Chemical Safety
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