Ammonia NH₃ - H₂O (Ammonia Water) 5% p.d.a. - pure | CHEM*111349640

Ammonia in the form of a 5% aqueous solution is a colorless, pungent-smelling liquid with a strongly alkaline reaction. The p.d.a. version (pure for analysis) is used in chemical analysis, the preparation of buffer solutions, precipitation reactions, and other laboratory applications.

Identification Details

• Chemical Name: Aqueous solution of ammonia
• Synonyms: Ammonia, Ammonia water
• Chemical Formula: NH₃ - H₂O
• Molar Mass: 35.05 g/mol
• CAS Number: 1336-21-6
• EC Number (EINECS): 215-647-6
• Catalog Number: CHEM*111349640

Physicochemical Properties

• Form: liquid
• Color: colorless
• Odor: sharp, irritating
• pH Value: strongly alkaline
• Density (20°C): 0.978 g/cm³
• Solubility in Water: complete
• Solubility in Organic Solvents: no data

Qualitative Specifications

• NH₃ Content: 5.0 ± 0.1%
• Non-Volatile Components: max. 0.003%
• Chlorides (Cl): max. 0.0001%
• Total Sulfur (S): max. 0.0003%
• Carbonates (CO₃): max. 0.002%
• Phosphates (PO₄): max. 0.0001%
• Calcium and Magnesium (CU Ca): max. 0.0002%
• Heavy Metals (Pb j.): max. 0.00005%
• Iron (Fe): max. 0.000025%
• Reducing Substances KMnO₄ (j. O): max. 0.0008%

Transport Classification

• RID/ADR: not applicable
• UN: not applicable

Hazard Statements (H)

• H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
• H335: May cause respiratory irritation
• H400: Very toxic to aquatic life

Precautionary Statements (P)

• P273: Avoid release to the environment
• P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection
• P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
• P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes
• P309: IF exposed or feeling unwell: Seek medical advice immediately
• P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor

This product is intended for use in laboratories and for commercial purposes. Do not use for food, pharmaceutical, or cosmetic applications. Consult the chemical safety data sheet before use.