Ammonium chloride fume
Synonyms & Trade Names
Ammonium chloride, Ammonium muriate fume, Sal ammoniac fume
Exposure Limits
Measurement Methods
Physical Description
Finely divided, odorless, white particulate dispersed in air.
Molecular Weight
53.5
Boiling Point
Sublimes
Melting Point
662°F (Sublimes)
Solubility
37%
Vapor Pressure
(321°F): 1 mmHg
Ionization Potential
NA
Specific Gravity
1.53
Flash Point
NA
Upper Explosive Limit
NA
Lower Explosive Limit
NA
Noncombustible Solid
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Alkalis & their carbonates, lead & silver salts, strong oxidizers, ammonium nitrate, potassium chlorate, bromine trifluoride
[Note: Corrodes most metals at high (i.e., fire) temperatures.]
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system; cough, dyspnea (breathing difficulty), pulmonary sensitization
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet or contaminated
Change:Daily
Provide:Eyewash, Quick drench
Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet or contaminated
Change:Daily
Provide:Eyewash, Quick drench
First Aid
Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
See also
INTRODUCTION
ICSC CARD: 1051
Page last reviewed: October 30, 2019
Content
source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health