Formule moléculaireNH4)2SO4CAS7783-20-2Masse moléculaire132.14 g/mol g/mol
SynonymesDiammonium Sulfate, Ammonium Sulfate, Sulfuric Acid Ammonium Salt
Safety & Hazards (GHS)
Warning
Irritant
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Ammonium Sulfate is a widely used inorganic salt with a high nitrogen content, making it a popular choice for fertilizers. It is a white crystalline solid that is highly soluble in water.
- Agriculture: Widely used as a fertilizer to provide nitrogen and sulfur to plants.
- Water Treatment: Used to remove impurities and clarify water.
- Industrial Applications: Used in the production of ammonium salts, in flame retardants, and in chemical processes.
- Food Industry: Occasionally used as a food additive (E517) in food processing.
Appearance
White crystalline solid
Odor
Odorless
Molecular Formula
(NH4)2SO4
Molecular Weight
132.14 g/mol
Melting Point
235 °C (decomposes)
Density
1.77 g/cm³
Solubility
Soluble in water
pH (1% solution)
5.5 - 7.0
Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions, sensitive to moisture
IUPAC Name
diazanium;sulfate
Formule moléculaire
NH4)2SO4
Masse moléculaire
132.14 g/mol g/mol
SMILES
[NH4+].[NH4+].[O-]S(=O)(=O)[O-]
InChIKey
BFNBIHQBYMNNAN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H402 Harmful to aquatic life
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
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