Ammonium Chloride is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula NH4Cl. It is a white crystalline salt with a characteristic salty taste. Ammonium Chloride has various applications in industries such as agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and electronics. It is also commonly used as a flux in soldering and as an ingredient in cough medicines.
Property | Specification |
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CAS Number | 12125-02-9 |
Chemical Formula | NH4Cl |
Appearance | White crystalline powder |
Purity | 99.5% min |
pH (5% solution) | 4.6 – 5.8 |
Moisture | 0.5% max |
Residue on Ignition | 0.1% max |
Iron (Fe) | 10 ppm max |
Heavy Metals (as Pb) | 5 ppm max |
Sulphate (SO4) | 0.02% max |
Chloride (Cl) | 0.02% max |
Nitrogen Content (N) | 25.4% min |