Diammonium Phosphate is an inorganic compound used as a high-nitrogen fertilizer and as a flame retardant in various applications.
- Agriculture: Used extensively as a fertilizer due to its high nitrogen and phosphorus content.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Used as a precursor to produce other ammonium and phosphate compounds.
- Flame Retardant: Applied in the production of flame-retardant materials, particularly in textiles and plastics.
- Water Treatment: Used in water purification processes to reduce algae growth.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Properties |
Data |
| Appearance |
White crystalline solid |
| Odor |
Odorless |
| Molecular Formula |
(NH4)2HPO4 |
| Molecular Weight |
132.06 g/mol |
| Melting Point |
Decomposes at 155 °C |
| Density |
1.619 g/cm³ |
| Solubility |
Soluble in water |
| Flash Point |
Not applicable |
| Chemical Stability |
Stable under normal conditions, but should be kept away from acids |