Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information
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Ammonium hexafluoroaluminate(7784-19-2)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information

Product Identification

Product Name
Ammonium hexafluoroaluminate
Synonyms
Aluminate(3-), hexafluoro-, triammonium, (OC-6-11)-
Ammonium aluminum fluoride
CAS
7784-19-2
Formula
AlF6H12N3
Molecular Weight
195.09
EINECS
232-052-7
RTECS
BD0050000
Merck
12,555

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Odorless, white to off-white crystals.
Solubility in water
Soluble.
Density
1.78 g/cm3
Usage
Used in the preparation of pure aluminum fluoride.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
If swallowed, give water with calcium-containing antacid or milk to drink and induce vomiting. See a physician.
Skin
For skin contact, apply calcium gluconate salve. If irritation occurs, see a physician.
Eyes
Wash thoroughly with water after contact. Get medical attention for eyes.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation
Causes irritation.
Skin
Causes irritation.
Eyes
Causes irritation.
Ingestion
Ingestion may cause nausea,vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Wear goggles or full face protection, rubber gloves and protective clothing. Use only with adequate ventilation or suitable respirator.
Exposure Effects
Chronic effects due to fluoride are generally due to fixation of calcium. Damage to teeth and bones results.
Exposure limit(s)
OSHA PEL 2.5 mg/m3 (as F).

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Wash up spill with water. After treatment with lime or calcium chloride, dispose to sanitary drain.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.
Incompatibilities
Strong acids, strong bases.
Combustion Products
Will decompose in general fire yielding hazardous fumes of fluorine, ammonia or NOx.

Transport Information

Hazard Class
6.1
Packing Group
III
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