According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), exposure to high levels of ammonia can irritate the skin, eyes, throat, and lungs and cause coughing and burns. Additionally, lung damage and ...

Prolonged exposure to high concentrations of anhydrous ammonia vapors can lead to serious lung damage. Other effects of exposure include: Temporary blindness and eye damage Irritation of the mouth ...

Anhydrous ammonia can be corrosive to the skin, eyes and lungs, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Depending on the circumstances, a leak can cause an explosion, the EPA said.