Ammonium Sulfate
CAS Number: 7783-20-2
Grade: ACS, FCC
Packaging: Various
CAS Number: 7783-20-2
Grade: ACS, FCC
Packaging: Various
Ammonium Sulfate
Ammonium sulfate is an inorganic salt with a variety of commercial uses. It contains 21% nitrogen and 24% sulfur.
Chemical Formula: (NH₄)₂SO₄
CAS Number: 7783-20-2
Grade: ACS, FCC
Appearance: A white crystalline solid.
Uses:
Precursor for other chemicals: Commonly used as a starting material for producing various nitrogen-based compounds.
Acidification agent: Used in specific industrial processes where a mild acidic environment is needed.
Electrolyte: Applicable for some battery applications.
Industries and Common Applications:
Agriculture: Primarily used in nitrogen and sulfur fertilizer and for soil amendment.
Food Industry: Considered for some food processing applications like fermentation or as a dough conditioner.
Laboratory research: Found to be considered for various research areas due to its readily available ammonium source and specific properties.