Porous Granular Ammonium Nitrate (PGAN) is primarily used as an oxidizer component to manufacture ANFO, Heavy ANFOs, emulsion blends, and base straight emulsions.
PGAN applications include underground mines, open pit mines, quarries, and construction. PGAN alone has zero water resistance. PGAN is susceptible to reactivity with sulphide bearing ground and/or elevated ground temperatures.
PGAN is one of several oxidizing salts used to manufacture Innovex base emulsion products. PGAN is added to BME emulsions to manufacture Innovex Heavy ANFOs and Innovex emulsion blends. ANFO is manufactured by mixing PGAN with diesel fuel only.
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Ammonium Nitrate Content |
> 99.5 % |
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Bulk Density |
0.76 - 0.80 g/cc |
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Oil Absorption |
> 6.0 % |
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Moisture Content |
< 0.20 % |
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Particle Size Distribution |
> 95 % 1 mm - 3 mm |
Shelf life
12 months when stored under good conditions.
PGAN prills are subject to breakdown caused by repeated temperature cycling, moisture/humidity, and multiple handlings/transfers. Prill breakdown can lead to dust that subsequently may consolidate into lumps.
Always store PGAN in dry and protected areas or silos, away from combustible substances.
PGAN is transported and stored in the following formats to suit user applications.
Bulk, 1000 kg and 2000 kg semi-bulk poly-woven bags, and 25 kg and 50 kg paper bags.
Product Classification
Authorised Name: POROUS GRANULAR AMMONIUM NITRATE (PGAN)
Correct Shipping Name: OXIDISER
Classification: 5.1, OXIDISING SUBSTANCES
UN Number: 1942
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