Ammonium Nitrate Granular Reagent ACS
Ammonium Nitrate Granular, Reagent, ACS is a white crystalline substance known for its high solubility in water. This versatile chemical plays a pivotal role in various applications, prominently in agriculture as an efficient nitrogen fertilizer. Additionally, it is integral to specific explosive formulations and is utilized in instant cold packs due to the endothermic nature of salt hydration.
Key Features:
- ACS Grade Quality: Manufactured to meet the highest chemical specifications for purity and quality, essential for laboratory use.
- Multi-Purpose Application: Serves as a nitrogen source in agriculture, a key component in explosives, and is used in cooling sessions with instant cold packs.
Specifications:
| Chemical CAS Number |
6484-52-2 |
| Chemical Formula |
NH4NO3 |
| Chemical Formula Weight |
F.W. 80.04 |
| Chemical Specs |
Assay (NH4NO3) Min. 95.0%
pH of a 5% Solution @ 25.0°C: 4.5-6.0
MAXIMUM LIMITS:
Insoluble Matter: 0.005%
Residue after Ignition: 0.01%
Chloride (Cl): 5 ppm
Nitrite (NO2): To pass test (limit about 5 ppm)
Phosphate (PO4): 5 ppm
Sulfate (SO4): 0.002%
Heavy Metals (as Pb): 5 ppm
Iron (Fe): 2 ppm
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| Chemical Storage Information |
DELIQUESCENT: Keep tightly closed. |
| Chemical DOT Description |
Ammonium nitrate |
| Chemical Hazard Class |
5.1 |
| Chemical Packaging Group |
PG III |
| Chemical UPS Limit |
70 lb |
| Additional Shipping Charge |
Additional UPS-imposed hazardous material charge. |
| Health Rating |
2 |
| Flammability Rating |
1 |
| Reactivity Rating |
1 |
| Chemical DOT |
UN1942, Ammonium nitrate, 5.1, PG III |
