Ammonium hydroxide solution NH₃
Ammonia water is an aqueous solution containing 24% ammonia (NH3). It is a colorless liquid with a pungent, characteristic odor. It is obtained by absorbing ammonia in demineralized water. Ammonia water is a non-flammable substance, but ammonia vapors released from it pose a fire and explosion hazard.
CAS number
7664-41-7
EC Number
231-791-2
Chemical formula
NH₃
ADR
Yes
Physical form
Colorless liquid / Light yellow liquid
Uses of ammonium hydroxide solution
NH₃
In the food industry – for the production of gelatin and yeast.
In the energy industry, it is used to reduce exhaust emissions into the atmosphere
In agriculture as a nitrogen fertilizer.
Rubber industry.
Dye industry.
Organic industry.
Chemical intermediates.
pH regulator.
Glass industry.
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