Difference between revisions of "Ammonium Nitrate Fertilisers"

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Check chemical composition. [[Ammonium Nitrate]] is an oxidizing agent, can give off toxic gases if  
 
Check chemical composition. [[Ammonium Nitrate]] is an oxidizing agent, can give off toxic gases if  
heated. As an oxidizing agent [[contact]] with combustible materials such as oil is dangerous.
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heated. As an oxidizing agent contact with combustible materials such as oil is dangerous.
 
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Reference is made to the relevant IMO publications of hazardous cargo.
 
Reference is made to the relevant IMO publications of hazardous cargo.

Revision as of 12:22, 3 April 2012

Infobox on Ammonium Nitrate Fertilisers
Example of Ammonium Nitrate Fertilisers
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Facts
Origin -
Stowage factor (in m3/t) -
Angle of repose -
Humidity / moisture -
Oil content -
Ventilation -
Risk factors -

Ammonium Nitrate Fertilisers

Description

A white deliquescent crystalline solid

Check chemical composition. Ammonium Nitrate is an oxidizing agent, can give off toxic gases if heated. As an oxidizing agent contact with combustible materials such as oil is dangerous.

Reference is made to the relevant IMO publications of hazardous cargo.

Full information on this product is in the process of completion.