Ammonium nitrate guidance note No. 2: Storage

Last updated: 29 January 2025

These guidance notes are designed for businesses that store any quantity of (SSAN). This may include manufacturers, the mining industry, agricultural and mining suppliers, importers and exporters. Primary producers who store for personal use should consult a separate guidance note on Agricultural Use.


Educational, research and analytical laboratories storing less than 3 kg may be exempted from the new security regulations and not require licensing. Check with the regulatory authority in your state or territory.

These guidance notes address security issues. Storage of SSAN must also meet safety requirements as outlined in state and territory based dangerous goods legislation and you should also take note of relevant product safety data sheets.