Ammonium Nitrate NH₄NO₃ pure - min. 99.0% | CHEM*421369900

Ammonium nitrate, also known as ammonium nitrate or ammonium nitrate, is a white or colorless inorganic compound widely used in analytical chemistry, chemical syntheses, and as an oxidizing agent. The high purity of the preparation - min. 99.0% - allows for use in laboratories and industry.

Identification Data

• Chemical Name: Ammonium nitrate
• Synonyms: Ammonium nitrate, Ammonium nitrate
• Chemical Formula: NH₄NO₃
• Molar Mass: 80.05 g/mol
• CAS Number: 6484-52-2
• EC Number (EINECS): 229-347-8
• Catalog Number: CHEM*421369900

Physicochemical Properties

• Form: solid
• Color: colorless to white
• Odor: odorless
• pH (5%, 20°C): 5.5 - 7.0
• Melting Point: 169°C
• Boiling Point: > 210°C
• Autoignition Temperature: not applicable
• Flash Point: not applicable
• Explosion Limits: not applicable
• Vapor Pressure: not available
• Density (20°C): 1.72 g/cm³
• Bulk Density: approx. 600-700 kg/m³
• Solubility in Water: 658 g/l (20°C)
• Solubility in Organic Solvents: good in methanol, pyridine, liquid ammonia; poor in ethanol and acetone

Qualitative Specifications

• NH₄NO₃ Content (after drying): min. 99.0%
• Moisture Content: max. 2.5%
• Arsenic (As): max. 0.0001%
• Calcium (Ca): max. 0.005%
• Nitrites (NO₂): max. 0.0008%
• Iron (Fe): max. 0.001%
• Sulfates (SO₄): max. 0.01%
• Chlorides (Cl): max. 0.004%
• Phosphates (PO₄): max. 0.001%
• Heavy Metals (Pb): max. 0.0006%
• Water-Insoluble Substances: max. 0.01%
• Residue after Ignition: max. 0.05%

Transport Classification

• RID/ADR: Class 5.1, Packing Group III
• UN: 1942

Hazard Statements (H)

• H272: May intensify fire; oxidizer

Safety Precautions (P)

• P210: Keep away from heat sources, hot surfaces, sparks, and open flames.

This product is intended for professional use only. Not for use in food, pharmaceutical, or cosmetic applications. Consult the chemical safety data sheet before use.