Potential Exposure
It is used in chemical analysis and to
make blueprint paper, explosives; a rust-removal ingredient
in metal polishes.
First aid
Move victim to fresh air. Call 911 or emergency
medical service. Give artificial respiration if victim is not
breathing. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim
ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration
with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way
valve or other proper respiratory medical device.
Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. Remove and
isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. In case of contact
with substance, immediately flush skin or eyes with running
water for at least 20 minutes. For minor skin contact,
avoid spreading material on unaffected skin. Keep victim
warm and quiet. Effects of exposure (inhalation, ingestion
or skin contact) to substance may be delayed. Ensure that
medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved
and take precautions to protect themselves. Medical observation
is recommended for 24 to 48 hours after breathing
overexposure, as pulmonary edema may be delayed.
As first aid for pulmonary edema, a doctor or authorized
paramedic may consider administering a drug or other
inhalation therapy.
Shipping
UN2811 Toxic solids, organic, n.o.s., Hazard
Class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials, Technical
Name Required. UN1759 Corrosive solids, n.o.s., Hazard
class: 8; Labels: 8-Corrosive material, Technical Name
Required.
Incompatibilities
Ammonium oxalate is a reducing agent
and also reacts as a base to neutralize acids and reacts with
oxidizers generating carbon dioxide. Incompatible with oxidizers (chlorates, hypochlorite solutions, nitrates, peroxides,
permanganates, perchlorates, chlorine, bromine, fluorine,
etc.); contact may cause fires or explosions. Keep
away from alkaline materials, strong bases, strong acids,
oxoacids, epoxides.
Description
Ammonium oxalate, C2H8N2O4 (some times written as (NH4)2C2O4), is an oxalate salt with ammonium (sometimes as a monohydrate). It is a constituent of some types of kidney stone. Found also in guano.
Chemical Properties
Ammonium oxalate is an odorless, colorless
crystalline material or powder.
Uses
Ammonium oxalate is used as an analytical reagent and general reducing agent. It is commonly employed in soil chemical analysis to extract iron and aluminum from poorly-crystal line minerals.
Definition
ChEBI: An ammonium salt consisting of ammonium and oxalate ions in a 2:1 ratio.
Flammability and Explosibility
Notclassified(100%)
