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SAFETY DATA SHEET

AMMONIUM BIFLUORIDE

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1. Product identifier

Product name AMMONIUM BIFLUORIDE

Product number 81

Synonyms; trade names AMMONIUM HYDROGEN DIFLUORIDE, AMMONIUM BIFLUORIDE CRYSTALS,

AMMONIUM HYDROGEN FLUORIDE 94%, AMMONIUM BIFLUORIDE MIN 95%, AMM
HYDROGEN DIFLUORIDE MIN95% HNL

REACH registration number 01-2119489180-38-XXXX

CAS number 1341-49-7

EU index number 009-009-00-4

EC number 215-676-4

1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses Industrial application Metal surface treatment Etchant/cleaner. Chemical Intermediate oil gas

1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Supplier Univar Solutions UK Ltd
Aquarius House
6 Mid Point Business Park
Bradford
BD3 7AY
+44 1274 267300
+44 1274 267306
SDS.EMEA@univarsolutions.com

1.4. Emergency telephone number

Emergency telephone SGS - +32 (0)3 575 55 55 (24h)

Sds No. 81

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification (EC 1272/2008)
Physical hazards Not Classified

Health hazards Acute Tox. 3 - H301 Skin Corr. 1B - H314 Eye Dam. 1 - H318

Environmental hazards Not Classified

2.2. Label elements

EC number 215-676-4

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Hazard pictograms

Signal word Danger

Hazard statements H301 Toxic if swallowed.

H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Precautionary statements P260 Do not breathe dust.

P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin with water or shower.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove
contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

2.3. Other hazards

This substance is not classified as PBT or vPvB according to current EU criteria.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1. Substances
Product name AMMONIUM BIFLUORIDE

REACH registration number 01-2119489180-38-XXXX

EU index number 009-009-00-4

CAS number 1341-49-7

EC number 215-676-4

Composition comments The data shown are in accordance with the latest EC Directives.

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures

Inhalation Move affected person to fresh air at once. Get medical attention.

Ingestion Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. Give plenty of water to drink. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. DO NOT induce vomiting. Get medical attention
immediately.

Skin contact Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash skin with soap and water. Massage
Calcium Gluconate Gel into the burnt area, continue this procedure until medical attention is
avaliable Get medical attention immediately.

Eye contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water. Remove any contact lenses and open eyelids wide
apart. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately. Continue
to rinse.

4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Ingestion Toxic if swallowed. May cause unconsciousness, blindness and possibly death.

Skin contact May cause serious chemical burns to the skin.

Eye contact May cause serious eye damage. May cause permanent damage if eye is not immediately
irrigated.

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4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes for the doctor No specific recommendations. Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1. Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media Extinguish with alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water fog.

Unsuitable extinguishing Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.
media

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Hazardous combustion Thermal decomposition or combustion may liberate carbon oxides and other toxic gases or
products vapours. Hydrogen fluoride (HF). Ammonia or amines. Nitrous gases (NOx). Fluorine.

5.3. Advice for firefighters

Protective actions during Cool containers exposed to heat with water spray and remove them from the fire area if it can
firefighting be done without risk.

Special protective equipment Wear positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and appropriate protective
for firefighters clothing.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Personal precautions Follow precautions for safe handling described in this safety data sheet. Avoid inhalation of
dust and contact with skin and eyes. Avoid generation and spreading of dust. Provide
adequate ventilation. No action shall be taken without appropriate training or involving any
personal risk. Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data sheet.

6.2. Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions Do not discharge into drains or watercourses or onto the ground. Spillages or uncontrolled
discharges into watercourses must be reported immediately to the Environmental Agency or
other appropriate regulatory body.

6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Provide adequate ventilation. Avoid the spillage or runoff entering drains, sewers or
watercourses. Neutralise and absorb with absorbing material and dispose of as solid waste.
Flush contaminated area with plenty of water.

6.4. Reference to other sections

Reference to other sections Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data sheet. For waste
disposal, see Section 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling

Usage precautions Provide adequate ventilation. Mechanical ventilation or local exhaust ventilation may be
required. Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with skin and eyes.

Advice on general Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Take off immediately all contaminated
occupational hygiene clothing and wash it before reuse. Wash at the end of each work shift and before eating,
smoking and using the toilet.

7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

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Storage precautions Store in tightly-closed, original container in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Store away
from the following materials: Acids. Unsuitable container materials: Common metals. Glass.
Suitable container materials: Polyethylene.

Storage class Toxic storage.

7.3. Specific end use(s)

Specific end use(s) The identified uses for this product are detailed in Section 1.2.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/Personal protection

8.1. Control parameters

Occupational exposure limits
Long-term exposure limit (8-hour TWA): WEL 2.5 mg/m³
as F
WEL = Workplace Exposure Limit

DNEL Workers - Inhalation; Long term systemic effects: 2.3 mg/m³

Workers - Inhalation; Short term systemic effects: 3.8 mg/m³
Consumer - Inhalation; Long term systemic effects: 0.045 mg/m³
Consumer - Oral; Long term systemic effects: 0.015 mg/kg/day

PNEC - Fresh water; 1.3 mg/l

- STP; 76 mg/l
- Soil; 22 mg/kg/day

8.2. Exposure controls

Protective equipment

Appropriate engineering Eye wash facilities and emergency shower must be available when handling this product.
controls

Eye/face protection Eyewear complying with an approved standard should be worn if a risk assessment indicates
eye contact is possible. Unless the assessment indicates a higher degree of protection is
required, the following protection should be worn: Chemical splash goggles or face shield.
Personal protective equipment for eye and face protection should comply with European
Standard EN166.

Hand protection It is recommended that gloves are made of the following material: Chemical-resistant,
impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be worn if a risk assessment
indicates skin contact is possible. The most suitable glove should be chosen in consultation
with the glove supplier/manufacturer, who can provide information about the breakthrough
time of the glove material. Neoprene. fluroelastomer To protect hands from chemicals, gloves
should comply with European Standard EN374.

Other skin and body Wear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of liquid contact and repeated or
protection prolonged vapour contact.

Hygiene measures Wash promptly if skin becomes contaminated. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing
and wash it before reuse. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash at the
end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet.

Respiratory protection If ventilation is inadequate, suitable respiratory protection must be worn. Particulate filter, type
P2. EN 136/140/141/145/143/149

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SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance Flakes.

Colour Colourless.

Odour Pungent.

Odour threshold No information available.

pH pH (diluted solution): 2.0 - 3.5 @ 5%

Melting point 126°C

Initial boiling point and range 230°C

Flash point No information available.

Evaporation rate No information available.

Evaporation factor No information available.

Flammability (solid, gas) No information available.

Upper/lower flammability or No information available.

explosive limits

Other flammability No information available.

Vapour pressure 1.08 hPa @ 20°C

Vapour density No information available.

Relative density 1.500 @ 20°C

Bulk density 700 - 840 kg/m³

Solubility(ies) 602 g/l water @ 20°C Soluble in water.

Partition coefficient No information available.

Auto-ignition temperature No information available.

Decomposition Temperature 239.5°C

Viscosity No information available.

Explosive properties No information available.

Explosive under the influence No information available.

of a flame

Oxidising properties No information available.

9.2. Other information

Refractive index No information available.

Particle size No information available.

Molecular weight 57

Volatility No information available.

Saturation concentration No information available.

Critical temperature No information available.

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Volatile organic compound No information available.

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
Reactivity There are no known reactivity hazards associated with this product.

10.2. Chemical stability

Stability Stable at normal ambient temperatures and when used as recommended. Avoid the following
conditions: Avoid contact with acids. Avoid contact with alkalis.

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous Not determined.
reactions

10.4. Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid Avoid excessive heat for prolonged periods of time. Avoid contact with acids and alkalis.

10.5. Incompatible materials

Materials to avoid Strong acids. Strong alkalis. Chemically-active metals.

10.6. Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition Oxides of carbon. Thermal decomposition or combustion may liberate carbon oxides and
products other toxic gases or vapours. Ammonia or amines. Hydrogen fluoride (HF).

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity - oral
Acute toxicity oral (LD₅₀ 130.0
mg/kg)

Species Rat

ATE oral (mg/kg) 130.0

Skin corrosion/irritation
Skin corrosion/irritation Causes severe burns.

Serious eye damage/irritation

Serious eye damage/irritation Causes severe burns.

Respiratory sensitisation
Respiratory sensitisation Data lacking.

Skin sensitisation
Skin sensitisation Data lacking.

Germ cell mutagenicity

Genotoxicity - in vitro Data lacking.

Carcinogenicity
Carcinogenicity Data lacking.

Reproductive toxicity
Reproductive toxicity - fertility Data lacking.

Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure

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STOT - single exposure Data lacking.

Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure

STOT - repeated exposure Data lacking.

Aspiration hazard
Aspiration hazard Data lacking.

Inhalation Vapour may irritate respiratory system/lungs. May cause damage to mucous membranes in
nose, throat, lungs and bronchial system.

Ingestion Toxic if swallowed. Causes burns.

Skin contact Causes burns.

Eye contact Causes burns. A single exposure may cause the following adverse effects: Corneal damage.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

Ecotoxicity The product components are not classified as environmentally hazardous. However, large or
frequent spills may have hazardous effects on the environment.

12.1. Toxicity
Toxicity Not considered toxic to fish.

Acute aquatic toxicity

Acute toxicity - fish LC₅₀, 96 hours: 237 mg/l, Fish

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Persistence and degradability The product contains only inorganic substances which are not biodegradable.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulative potential No data available on bioaccumulation.

Partition coefficient No information available.

12.4. Mobility in soil

Mobility The product is soluble in water.

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

Results of PBT and vPvB This product does not contain any substances classified as PBT or vPvB.
assessment

12.6. Other adverse effects

Other adverse effects Not determined.

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Waste treatment methods

General information Waste is classified as hazardous waste. Do not puncture or incinerate, even when empty.

Disposal methods Dispose of waste to licensed waste disposal site in accordance with the requirements of the
local Waste Disposal Authority.

SECTION 14: Transport information

General Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data sheet.

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14.1. UN number
UN No. (ADR/RID) 1727

UN No. (IMDG) 1727

UN No. (ICAO) 1727

UN No. (ADN) 1727

14.2. UN proper shipping name

Proper shipping name AMMONIUM HYDROGENDIFLUORIDE, SOLID
(ADR/RID)

Proper shipping name (IMDG) AMMONIUM HYDROGENDIFLUORIDE, SOLID

Proper shipping name (ICAO) AMMONIUM HYDROGENDIFLUORIDE, SOLID

Proper shipping name (ADN) AMMONIUM HYDROGENDIFLUORIDE, SOLID

14.3. Transport hazard class(es)

ADR/RID class 8

ADR/RID classification code C2

ADR/RID label 8

IMDG class 8

ICAO class/division 8

ADN class 8

Transport labels

14.4. Packing group

ADR/RID packing group II

IMDG packing group II

ICAO packing group II

ADN packing group II

14.5. Environmental hazards

Environmentally hazardous substance/marine pollutant

No.

14.6. Special precautions for user

EmS F-A, S-B

ADR transport category 2

Emergency Action Code 2X

Hazard Identification Number 80

(ADR/RID)

Tunnel restriction code (E)

14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL and the IBC Code

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Transport in bulk according to Not applicable.

Annex II of MARPOL 73/78
and the IBC Code

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
EU legislation Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18
December 2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of
Chemicals (REACH) (as amended).
Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16
December 2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures (as
amended).
Commission Regulation (EU) No 2015/830 of 28 May 2015.
This product may impact SEVESO storage regulations.

15.2. Chemical safety assessment

A chemical safety assessment has been carried out.

Inventories
EU - EINECS/ELINCS
All the ingredients are listed or exempt.

Canada - DSL/NDSL
All the ingredients are listed or exempt.
DSL

US - TSCA
All the ingredients are listed or exempt.

Australia - AICS
All the ingredients are listed or exempt.

Japan - ENCS
All the ingredients are listed or exempt.

China - IECSC
All the ingredients are listed or exempt.

Philippines – PICCS
All the ingredients are listed or exempt.

New Zealand - NZIOC

All the ingredients are listed or exempt.

SECTION 16: Other information

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Abbreviations and acronyms ATE: Acute Toxicity Estimate.

used in the safety data sheet ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by
Road.
ADN: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by
Inland Waterways.
CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service.
DNEL: Derived No Effect Level.
IATA: International Air Transport Association.
IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods.
Kow: Octanol-water partition coefficient.
LC₅₀: Lethal Concentration to 50 % of a test population.
LD₅₀: Lethal Dose to 50% of a test population (Median Lethal Dose).
PBT: Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic substance.
PNEC: Predicted No Effect Concentration.
REACH: Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals Regulation
(EC) No 1907/2006.
RID: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by
Rail.
vPvB: Very Persistent and Very Bioaccumulative.
IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer.
MARPOL 73/78: International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution From Ships, 1973 as
modified by the Protocol of 1978.
cATpE: Converted Acute Toxicity Point Estimate.
BCF: Bioconcentration Factor.
BOD: Biochemical Oxygen Demand.
EC₅₀: 50% of maximal Effective Concentration.
LOAEC: Lowest Observed Adverse Effect Concentration.
LOAEL: Lowest Observed Adverse Effect Level.
NOAEC: No Observed Adverse Effect Concentration.
NOAEL: No Observed Adverse Effect Level.
NOEC: No Observed Effect Concentration.
LOEC: Lowest Observed Effect Concentration.
DMEL: Derived Minimal Effect Level.
EL50: Exposure Limit 50
hPa: Hectopascal
LL50: Lethal Loading fifty
OECD: Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
POW: Octanol-water partition coefficient
SCBA: self-contained breathing apparatus
STP: Sewage Treatment Plant
VOC: Volatile Organic Compounds

Classification abbreviations Acute Tox. = Acute toxicity

and acronyms Aquatic Acute = Hazardous to the aquatic environment (acute)
Aquatic Chronic = Hazardous to the aquatic environment (chronic)

Key literature references and Supplier's information.

sources for data

Revision comments NOTE: Lines within the margin indicate significant changes from the previous revision.

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SDS status Approved.

Hazard statements in full H301 Toxic if swallowed.

H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H318 Causes serious eye damage.

Signature Jitendra Panchal

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