Safety and Hazards
Information on safety and hazards for this compound, including safety/hazards properties, reactivity, incompatibilities, management techniques, first aid treatments, and more. For toxicity and related information, please see the Toxicity section.
Hazards Identification
This section identifies the hazards of the chemical presented on the safety data sheet (SDS) and the appropriate warning information associated with those hazards. The information in this section includes, but are not limited to, the hazard classification of the chemical, signal word, pictograms, hazard statements and precautionary statements.
GHS Classification
GHS (Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals) is a United Nations system to identify hazardous chemicals and to inform users about these hazards. GHS has been adopted by many countries around the world and is now also used as the basis for international and national transport regulations for dangerous goods. The GHS hazard statements, class categories, pictograms, signal words, and the precautionary statements can be found on the PubChem GHS page.
This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 96.3% (2441 of 2536) of all reports.
Not Classified
Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria by 2441 of 2536 companies (only 3.7% companies provided GHS information). For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website.
Aggregated GHS information provided per 2536 reports by companies from 9 notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory.
Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria per 2441 of 2536 reports by companies.
There are 7 notifications provided by 95 of 2536 reports by companies with hazard statement code(s).
Information may vary between notifications depending on impurities, additives, and other factors. The percentage value in parenthesis indicates the notified classification ratio from companies that provide hazard codes. Only hazard codes with percentage values above 10% are shown. For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website.ECHA C&L website.
Hazard Classes and Categories
The Hazard Classes and Categories are aligned with GHS (Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals) hazard statement codes. The percentage data in the parenthesis from ECHA indicates that the hazard classes and categories information are consolidated from multiple companies. Also, see the detailed explanation from the above GHS classification section.
Not Classified
Health Hazards
Description of the chemical's health hazards (e.g., toxicity, corrosivity, and flammability) that can have negative impacts on our short- or long-term health.
Inhalation of dust irritates nose and mouth. Ingestion irritates mouth and stomach. Contact with dust causes irritation of eyes and mild irritation of skin. (USCG, 1999)
Fire Hazards
Fire hazard means any situation, process, material or condition which may cause a fire or explosion or provide a ready fuel supply to increase the spread or intensity of the fire or explosion and which poses a threat to life or property. This section provides information on fire hazards involving this chemical.
Special Hazards of Combustion Products: Irritating vapors of ammonia acetic acid, and nitrogen oxides may form in fires. (USCG, 1999)
Hazards Summary
This section provides an overview of the key hazards information of this compound.
An eye, nose, and mouth irritant; A mild skin irritant; Emergency treatment: Ammonia; [HSDB] Intraperitoneal LD50 (rat) = 632 mg/kg; Effects on rats at lethal doses include convulsions; [RTECS] May cause irritation; [MSDSonline] See Ammonia.
Skin, Eye, and Respiratory Irritations
Skin, eye and respiratory irritations caused by exposure to this chemical.
INHALATION OF DUST IRRITATES NOSE & MOUTH. CONTACT WITH DUST CAUSES IRRITATION OF EYES & MILD IRRITATION OF SKIN.
First Aid Measures
This section describes the initial care that should be given to an individual who has been exposed to the chemical. The information in this section includes the description of the symptoms or effects of exposure to the chemical, necessary first-aid instructions by relevant routes of exposure (inhalation, skin and eye contact, and ingestion), and recommendations for immediate medical care and special treatment needed, when necessary.
First Aid
First aid measures for exposure to this chemical through various routes (for example, ingestion, inhalation, skin contact, and eye contact).
INHALATION: remove victim to fresh air; rinse nose and mouth with water. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
INGESTION: induce vomiting immediately. Give large amounts of water.
EYES: flush with water for at least 15 min.
SKIN: flush with soap and water. (USCG, 1999)
Accidental Release Measures
This section provides recommendations on the appropriate response to spills, leaks, or releases, including containment and cleanup practices to prevent or minimize exposure to people, properties, or the environment. It may also include recommendations distinguishing between responses for large and small spills where the spill volume has a significant impact on the hazard.
Preventive Measures
Preventive measures to take to avoid suffering negative health effects from this chemical.
SRP: The scientific literature for the use of contact lenses in industry is conflicting. The benefit or detrimental effects of wearing contact lenses depend not only upon the substance, but also on factors including the form of the substance, characteristics and duration of the exposure, the uses of other eye protection equipment, and the hygiene of the lenses. However, there may be individual substances whose irritating or corrosive properties are such that the wearing of contact lenses would be harmful to the eye. In those specific cases, contact lenses should not be worn. In any event, the usual eye protection equipment should be worn even when contact lenses are in place.
Handling and Storage
This section provides guidance on the safe handling practices and storage conditions for this chemical. The information in this section includes precautions for safe handling, such as recommendations for handling incompatible chemicals, minimizing the release of the chemical into the environment, and providing advice on general hygiene practices (e.g., eating, drinking, and smoking in work areas is prohibited). In addition, this section provides recommendations on the conditions for safe storage (including any incompatibilities) as well as advice on specific storage requirements (e.g., ventilation requirements).
Storage Conditions
Conditions for safe storage of this compound, including any incompatible chemicals and specific storage requirements (e.g., ventilation requirements).
KEEP COOL & TIGHTLY CLOSED.
Exposure Control and Personal Protection
This section provides information on the exposure limits, engineering controls, and personal protective measures that can be used to minimize worker exposure. The information in this section includes OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits (PELs), American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) Threshold Limit Values (TLVs), and any other exposure limit used or recommended by the chemical manufacturer, importer, or employer preparing the safety data sheet, where available. In addition, this section contains information on appropriate engineering controls (e.g., use local exhaust ventilation, or use only in an enclosed system) as well as recommendations for personal protective measures to prevent illness or injury from exposure to chemicals, such as personal protective equipment (PPE) (e.g., appropriate types of eye, face, skin or respiratory protection needed based on hazards and potential exposure).
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Personal protective equipment (PPE) to use when handling this chemical.
Dust mask; goggles or face shield (do not wear contact lenses); rubber gloves; impervious protectiveclothing. (USCG, 1999)
DUST MASK; GOGGLES OR FACE SHIELD; RUBBER GLOVES.
Stability and Reactivity
This section describes the stability and reactivity hazards of the chemical. For some compounds, related information may also be found in the "Stability/Shelf Life" section under Experimental Properties (if available).
Air and Water Reactions
Special alerts if this chemical reacts with air, water, or moisture.
Water soluble.
Reactive Group
List of reactive groups that this chemical belongs to, according to CAMEO Chemicals at the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
Salts, Acidic
Reactivity Profile
Description of the chemical's potential reactivity with other chemicals, air, and water. Also it includes any other intrinsic reactive hazards (such as polymerizable or peroxidizable).
AMMONIUM ACETATE causes the decomposition of sodium hypochlorite within a few seconds [Mellor 2 Supp. 1:550 1956].
Transport Information
Transport information lists the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements and related information for shipping and transporting of hazardous chemical(s) by road, air, rail, or sea.
Standard Transportation Number
This section provides the Standard Transportation Commodity Code (STCC) for this chemical. The STCC is a seven digit numeric code representing 38 commodity groupings and used on waybills and other shipping documents. If the first two digits of an STCC are 48 or 49, the STCC is also called the Hazardous Materials Response Code (HMRC) or Hazmat STCC, and is used when transporting a hazardous material or dangerous good by rail in North America.
49 667 08; Ammonium acetate
Regulatory Information
This section lists the regulations related to the safety, health, and environment of the chemical and its associated products. The regulatory information, which may encompass national and/or regional regulations pertaining to the chemical or mixtures, is presented solely for informational purposes. For additional details, please consult the links to the information sources provided under each data entry.
Chemical: Acetic acid, ammonium salt
2008/127, Reg. (EU) 2022/801, Reg. (EU) No 540/2011
Status: Active Update: 21-04-2023 https://echa.europa.eu/registration-dossier/-/registered-dossier/16046
Ammonium acetate: Does not have an individual approval but may be used under an appropriate group standard
The New Jersey Worker and Community Right to Know Act requires public and private employers to provide information about hazardous substances at their workplaces. (N.J.S.A. 34:5A-1 et. seq.)
Clean Water Act Requirements
The Clean Water Act (CWA) of 1972 establishes the basic structure for regulating discharges of pollutants into the waters of the United States and regulating quality standards for surface waters. Under CWA, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) developed the Toxic Pollutant List (40 CFR Part 401.15) and the Priority Pollutant List (40 CFR Part 423, Appendix A). These lists are to be used by EPA and States to develop the Effluent Guidelines regulations and ensure water quality criteria and standards.
Designated as a hazardous substance under section 311(b)(2)(A) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act and further regulated by the Clean Water Act Amendments of 1977 and 1978. These regulations apply to discharges of this substance.
CERCLA Reportable Quantities
The CERCLA reportable quantity for a hazardous substance is the minimum quantity of the substance which, if released, must be reported, under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA, also commonly known as Superfund).
Persons in charge of vessels or facilities are required to notify the National Response Center (NRC) immediately, when there is a release of this designated hazardous substance, in an amount equal to or greater than its reportable quantity of 5000 lb or 2270 kg. The toll free number of the NRC is (800) 424-8802; In the Washington D.C. metropolitan area (202) 426-2675. The rule for determining when notification is required is stated in 40 CFR 302.4 (section IV. D.3.b).
Other Safety Information
Miscellaneous safety information for this chemical that is not shown in other sections, such as history, incidents, special reports, and so on.
IMAP assessments - Acetic acid, ammonium salt: Human health tier I assessment