Chemical (CAS#)

Ammonium nitrate (6484-52-2)

Classification

  • Oxidizer

Formula

NH4NO3

Characteristics

Ammonium nitrate is commercially available both as a colorless crystalline solid. Soluble in water.

Treatment

Apply FAST-ACT powder to fully cover liquid spill and absorb excess liquid.

Mechanism/Byproduct

Generally solids will not be very reactive with FAST-ACT. Adsorption if the compound is in water.

Primary Mechanism Type

FAST-ACT Powder is not intended for use on solid compounds. FAST-ACT powder can be used on the compound when it is in water.

Byproduct

Compound mixed with MgO, TiO2, Mg(OH)2

Disposal Notes

FAST-ACT is for liquid and vapor chemicals, not solid materials.

Reaction Rate (Slower to Faster)

Reaction Rate: 0

Summary




**Treatment: FAST-ACT is for liquid and vapor chemicals, not solid materials. If the chemical is in water, apply FAST-ACT powder to fully adsorb the liquid spill.

FAST-ACT Application Methods:

Situations:

A. For trace liquid chemical contamination, apply FAST-ACT Powder from either a shaker or pail to the surface to fully absorb the compounds. Apply powder forming a ring around the hazard and then shake the powder directly onto hazard to thoroughly cover the liquid. Carefully Agitate all the powder to ensure all liquid has been adsorbed.

B. Alternatively, for trace contamination on a surface, you can utilize a FAST-ACT Decon Mitt. Tear packet at the notch and remove the FAST-ACT Decon Mitt. Unfold mitt and insert hand, tightening the strap. Decontaminate surface by rubbing with pad side to remove liquid contamination. Shake and pat the mitt to release powder from the mitt to the surface. If liquid contamination is still present or suspected, repeat process with a new FAST-ACT Decon Mitt.

C. For liquid contamination, directly apply the FAST-ACT Powder from a Shaker or Pail to the liquid to fully absorb the compound ensuring no liquid chemical remains. Apply powder forming a ring around the hazard and then shake the powder directly onto hazard to thoroughly cover the liquid. Carefully agitate all the powder to ensure all liquid has been adsorbed.