Molekula
Ammonium nitrate
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Ammonium nitrate is a white crystalline solid used primarily in fertilizers and industrial explosives. It is a source of nitrogen in agricultural applications and is also employed in mining and construction blasting. CAS: 6484-52-2, Molecular formula: H4N2O3, Molecular weight: 80.04, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies ammonium nitrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 kg — £41.20 per pack ex VAT · £49.44 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to beige prills |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Moisture | ≤0.30% |
| Content | ≥99.00% |
| Water insoluble matter | ≤0.01% |
| Organic Compound | ≤0.20% |
| Nitrogen (N) | ≥34.4% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 5.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White hygroscopic crystals; orthorhombic |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 169.7 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Slightly soluble in methanol |
Source: PubChem CID 22985 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 10187491 |
| CAS Number | 6484-52-2 |
| IUPAC Name | azanium nitrate |
| EC Number | 229-347-8 |
| Molecular Formula | H4N2O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 80.04 |
| Exact Mass | 80.0222 |
| SMILES | [NH4+].[N+](=O)([O-])[O-] |
| InChIKey | DVARTQFDIMZBAA-UHFFFAOYSA-O |
| InChI | InChI=1S/NO3.H3N/c2-1(3)4;/h;1H3/q-1;/p+1 |
| PubChem CID | 22985 |
| UN Number | UN1942 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 31051000 |
| Tariff Code | 3105100010 |
Safety & GHS
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Oxidizing
GHS03
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials
- 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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Ammonium nitricum
- Ammonium saltpeter
- German saltpeter
- Herco prills
- Merco Prills
- Nitram
- Nitrate of ammonia
- Nitrato amonico
- Norway saltpeter
- Varioform I
Frequently asked questions
What is ammonium nitrate used for?
Ammonium nitrate is primarily used in fertilizers and industrial explosives due to its high nitrogen content and oxidizing properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of ammonium nitrate?
The formula is H4N2O3 and the molecular weight is 80.04 g/mol.
How should ammonium nitrate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from combustible materials and strong acids.
What grade of ammonium nitrate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies technical grade ammonium nitrate suitable for industrial and agricultural applications.
Can Molekula supply ammonium nitrate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply ammonium nitrate in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for details.
What documentation comes with an order of ammonium nitrate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with GHS standards.
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