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Ammonium citrate
Ammonium citrate is a white crystalline powder used as a buffering agent, chelating agent, and in pharmaceutical and food applications. It is soluble in water and stable under ambient storage conditions. CAS: 3458-72-8, Molecular Formula: C6H17N3O7, Molecular Weight: 243.22 g/mol, Signal Word: Warning. Molekula supplies ammonium citrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Ammonium citrate is a white crystalline powder used as a buffering agent, chelating agent, and in pharmaceutical and food applications. It is soluble in water and stable under ambient storage conditions. CAS: 3458-72-8, Molecular Formula: C6H17N3O7, Molecular Weight: 243.22 g/mol, Signal Word: Warning. Molekula supplies ammonium citrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to Off-white powder |
| Assay | ≥97% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 3458-72-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H17N3O7 |
| Molecular Weight | 243.22 |
| SMILES | O=C(O)CC(O)(C(=O)O)CC(=O)O.N |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29181550 |
| Tariff Code | 2918150090 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is ammonium citrate used for?
Ammonium citrate is commonly used as a buffering agent in pharmaceuticals and as a chelating agent in cleaning formulations.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of ammonium citrate?
The formula is C6H17N3O7 with a molecular weight of 243.22 g/mol.
How should ammonium citrate be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and heat.
What grade is available for ammonium citrate?
Available in reagent grade; other grades may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply ammonium citrate in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of ammonium citrate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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