Molekula
Ammonium chloride Pharma Grade
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Ammonium chloride Pharma Grade is an inorganic compound primarily used in pharmaceutical formulations, as an expectorant, electrolyte replenisher, and acidifying agent. It also functions in food processing, laboratory buffers, and cleaning solutions. Beyond pharmaceuticals, it is widely used as a soldering and zinc-plating flux, in electroplating and dry-cell batteries, as a nitrogen fertilizer, and as a dye mordant. This reagent has a CAS number of 12125-02-9, molecular formula NH₄Cl, and a molecular weight of 53.49 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions with a signal word of *Warning* for safety classification. Molekula supplies Ammonium Chloride Pharma Grade from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Fine white crystals |
| Water | ≤ 0.10% |
| Ash | ≤ 0.05% |
| Drying loss | ≤ 1.0% |
| pH | 4.0 - 6.0 |
| NaCl | ≤ 0.05% |
| Assay | ≥ 99.7% |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤ 0.10% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.10% |
| Appearance of Solution | Clear soluble in water |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤ 10 mg/kg |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 3.0 mg/kg |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 1.0 mg/kg |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤ 0.1 mg/kg |
| Calcium (Ca) | ≤ 10 mg/kg |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 150 mg/kg |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless cubic crystals |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 350 ° C (Sublimes) |
| Boiling Point | 338 °C (sublimes) |
| Density | 1.519 g/cm³ |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Almost insoluble in acetone, ether, ethyl acetate; soluble in alcohol |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.13 kPa at 160 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.642 |
Source: PubChem CID 25517 (HSDB, DrugBank, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90036359 |
| CAS Number | 12125-02-9 |
| IUPAC Name | azanium chloride |
| EC Number | 235-186-4 |
| Molecular Formula | NH4Cl |
| Molecular Weight | 53.49 |
| Exact Mass | 53.0032 |
| SMILES | [NH4+].[Cl-] |
| InChIKey | NLXLAEXVIDQMFP-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/ClH.H3N/h1H;1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 25517 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 28271000 |
| Tariff Code | 2827100000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- 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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is ammonium chloride primarily used for in pharmaceutical applications?
Ammonium chloride (Pharma Grade) is commonly used as an expectorant in cough syrups, a diuretic, and in electrolyte replacement therapies.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of ammonium chloride?
The chemical formula is **NH₄Cl**, and the molecular weight is **53.49 g/mol**.
How should ammonium chloride (Pharma Grade) be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture and incompatible substances.
What grade of ammonium chloride does Molekula supply, and is it suitable for pharmaceutical formulations?
Molekula supplies **Pharma Grade ammonium chloride**, which meets strict purity requirements for pharmaceutical applications.
Can Molekula supply ammonium chloride in bulk quantities for large-scale production?
Yes, we offer **bulk packaging options** for ammonium chloride to accommodate large-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing needs.
What documentation is provided with an order of ammonium chloride (Pharma Grade)?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
What is it used for?
Ammonium chloride serves as a flux for soldering and for zinc and tin plating, an electrolyte component in electroplating and dry-cell batteries, a nitrogen source in fertilizers, and a mordant in dyeing and textile printing.
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