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INDG230 - STORING AND HANDLING AMMONIUM NITRATE
www.hse.gov.ukAmmonium nitrate will not explode due to the friction and impact found in normal handling, but it can be detonated under heat and confinement or severe shock. For example, in a fire, pools of molten ammonium nitrate may be formed and if the molten mass becomes confined (eg in drains, pipes, plant or machinery) it could explode,
INDG230 - STORING AND HANDLING AMMONIUM NITRATE
www.hse.gov.ukThe risk of fire or explosion is greatly increased if ammonium nitrate is mixed with combustible or incompatible materials, such as powdered metals, alkali metals, urea, …