Molekula
Ammonium sulfate - FCC
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Ammonium sulfate (FCC grade) is a white, crystalline inorganic salt widely used as a food-grade nitrogen fertilizer, acidity regulator in food processing, and reagent in laboratory applications. It is also employed in flame retardants and water treatment. This product meets Food Chemical Codex (FCC) standards for purity and safety in food and pharmaceutical applications. CAS 7783-20-2, molecular formula (NH₄)₂SO₄, molecular weight 132.14 g/mol. Stored at ambient conditions, it carries no hazard signal word. Molekula supplies ammonium sulfate (FCC) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless crystalline |
| Water | ≤ 0.05% |
| Assay | ≥ 99% |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤ 0.05% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤ 5mg/Kg |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.5mg/Kg |
| Free sulphuric acid | ≤ 0.01% |
| Average particle size | 0.7-1.3mm |
| Selenium (Se) | <30mg/kg |
| Melamine | ≤ 2.5mg/Kg |
| Note | Complies with EC 852/2004, 231/2012, 1169/2011, BS:EN 12123:2012. |
| COD | ≤ 300mg/Kg |
| Sulphur (S) | ≥ 24% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or brown orthorhombic crystals |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 280 °C (decomposes) |
| Density | 1.77 g/cm³ |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Freely soluble in water, insoluble in ethanol |
| Refractive Index | 1.521 |
Source: PubChem CID 6097028 (HSDB, EU Food Improvement Agents)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90030435 |
| CAS Number | 7783-20-2 |
| IUPAC Name | diazanium;sulfate |
| EC Number | 231-984-1 |
| Molecular Formula | (NH4)2SO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 132.14 |
| Exact Mass | 132.0205 |
| SMILES | [NH4+].[NH4+].[O-]S(=O)(=O)[O-] |
| InChIKey | BFNBIHQBYMNNAN-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/2H3N.H2O4S/c;;1-5(2,3)4/h2*1H3;(H2,1,2,3,4) |
| PubChem CID | 6097028 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 31022100 |
| Tariff Code | 3102210000 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Actamaster
- AMMONIUM SULFATE
- Ammonium sulfate (2:1)
- Ammonium sulphate
- Caswell No. 048
- Diammonium sulfate
- Diammonium sulphate
- Dolamin
- Mascagnite
- Sulfuric acid diammonium salt
Frequently asked questions
What is ammonium sulfate (FCC grade) commonly used for in food and beverage applications?
Ammonium sulfate (FCC grade) is primarily used as a nitrogen source in food-grade fermentation processes, such as brewing and baking, and as a yeast nutrient in wine and beer production, supplying assimilable nitrogen for fermentation.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of ammonium sulfate?
The chemical formula is (NH₄)₂SO₄, and the molecular weight is 132.14 g/mol.
How should ammonium sulfate (FCC) be stored?
Store in a cool, dry place at ambient temperature, away from incompatible substances, in a well-ventilated area.
What purity grade is available for ammonium sulfate from Molekula?
Molekula supplies Food Chemical Codex (FCC) grade ammonium sulfate, meeting strict purity standards for food and beverage applications.
Can Molekula supply ammonium sulfate in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk packaging options (e.g., 25 kg bags, 500 kg drums) for large-scale industrial and food-grade applications.
What documentation is provided with an order of ammonium sulfate (FCC) from Molekula?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and FCC compliance documentation for traceability.
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