Ammonium Nitrate Fertilisers
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| Infobox on Ammonium Nitrate Fertilisers | |
|---|---|
| Example of Ammonium Nitrate Fertilisers |  |
| Facts | |
| Origin | - |
| Stowage factor (in m3/t) | stowage factor = 1,64 m3/t (bags);
1,0 m3/t (bulk)|1,64 m3/t (bags);
1,0 m3/t (bulk)
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| Angle of repose | - |
| Humidity / moisture | - |
| Oil content | - |
| Ventilation | Ventilate well |
| Risk factors | See text |
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.
See also Ammonium Nitrate for more information