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Ammonia Solution

محلول النشادر (الأمونيا)

Alkali / ammonia · CAS: 1336-21-6

The VerdictSo-so

Effective but irritating fumes - never mix with bleach. Ventilate well.

Why this verdict

GHS-hazardous (corrosive/irritant/oxidiser) but a legitimate cleaning active - handle with care.

What It Is

A pungent alkaline cleaner used for glass and grease.

WTF Fact

A strong glass/grease cleaner, but the fumes alone can irritate airways and eyes - and mixing it with bleach makes toxic chloramine gas. Effective when used alone with good ventilation; never combine with chlorine cleaners.

Evidence & Status

IARC Carcinogen Group

Not classified

EU Status

CLP-classified (H314, H335, H400 (+ H302)); signal word Danger.

US · FDA Status

EPA-registered / OSHA-regulated where applicable

Cleaning & Hazard

Hazard signal

Danger

Hazard codes (GHS)

H314, H335, H400 (+ H302)

Environmental note

Very toxic to aquatic life (H400/H410) - shown as fact.

Do not mix

NEVER mix with bleach/chlorine products → releases toxic CHLORAMINE gas. Keep away from acids.

Halal Status: Halal

Inorganic/synthetic; no animal-derived or alcohol concern (surface use, not ingested).

Also Known As

aqueous ammonia · ammonium hydroxide · النشادر

Primary Source

Ammonia Solution (Ammonia / Ammonium Hydroxide, CAS 1336-21-6) - CLP classification H314, H335, H400 (+ H302), signal word Danger. Reg (EC) 1272/2008 (CLP).

Evidence, not medical advice. You decide.

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