Ammonium sulfamate is a white crystalline compound with the chemical formula (NH4)2SO3. It is a versatile chemical used in various applications, including as a flame retardant, a fertilizer ingredient, and a chemical intermediate. In the agricultural sector, it serves as a source of nitrogen, promoting plant growth. As a flame retardant, it is effective in reducing the flammability of materials. Additionally, it is used in the synthesis of other chemicals due to its reactivity with amines and other organic compounds. Its properties make it a valuable component in a range of industrial processes.
Description
| Ammonium sulfamate Chemical Properties |
| Melting point | 131-135 ??C (lit.) |
| Boiling point | 160??C |
| density | 1.769 |
| vapor pressure | 0Pa at 20?? |
| Fp | 160??C |
| storage temp. | no restrictions. |
| solubility | H2O: 1?M at?20???C, clear, colorless |
| form | Crystalline Powder |
| color | White |
| PH | 5.0-6.0 (50g/l, H2O, 20??) |
| Odor | Slight amine odor |
| PH Range | 4.5 – 6.0 |
| Water Solubility | 1950 g/L (20 oC) |
| Sensitive | Air & Moisture Sensitive |
| Merck | 14,554 |
| Exposure limits | ACGIH: TWA 10 mg/m3 OSHA: TWA 15 mg/m3; TWA 5 mg/m3 NIOSH: IDLH 1500 mg/m3; TWA 10 mg/m3; TWA 5 mg/m3 |
| Stability: | Stable. Incompatible with strong acids, strong oxidizing agents. |
| InChIKey | GEHMBYLTCISYNY-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| LogP | -4.34 at 20?? |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 7773-06-0(CAS DataBase Reference) |
| NIST Chemistry Reference | Ammonium sulfamate(7773-06-0) |
| EPA Substance Registry System | Ammonium sulfamate (7773-06-0) |
| Safety Information |
| Hazard Codes | Xn,N |
| Risk Statements | 22-50 |
| Safety Statements | 24/25-22-61 |
| OEB | B |
| OEL | TWA: 10 mg/m3 (total) |
| WGK Germany | 1 |
| RTECS | WO6125000 |
| F | 3-10 |
| TSCA | Yes |
| HS Code | 29222100 |
| Hazardous Substances Data | 7773-06-0(Hazardous Substances Data) |
| Toxicity | LD50 orally in rats: 3.0 g/kg (Ambrose) |
| IDLA | 1,500 mg/m3 |
