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Esseco USA Ammonium Carbonate Lump

Esseco USA Ammonium Carbonate Lump is a specialty raising agent. It is a white powder with a tendency to cake and is readily soluble in water.

Chemical Name: Ammonium Carbonate

CAS Number: 10361-29-2

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
Base Chemicals Functions
Molecular formula
(NH₄)₂CO₃
Molecular Weight
96.09
CAS No.
10361-29-2
EC No.
233-786-0
Structure

Esseco USA Ammonium Carbonate Lump - Structure

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applicable Processes
Uses
  • Specialty raising agent - This product is used as a blowing / raising agent in industrial and food applications. It is a white powder with a tendency to cake and is readily soluble in water.
  • Ingredient in chrome plating solutions - This product is used as an ingredient in chrome plating solutions for metal treatment. It is a white powder with a tendency to cake and is readily soluble in water.
  • As a convenient source of ammonia used in a wide range of industries.

Properties

Physical Form
Soluble in
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH (20°C, 10%W/W Solution)9.0
Size Range (White Translucent Masses)2 - 40mm
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Assay (NH₃)30 - 34% w/wStandard analytical method
Ironmax. 0.005%Standard analytical method
Non-volatile Matter (At 300°C, Mass)max. 0.05%Standard analytical method

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Standard Packaging

25 kg plastic bags and 1000 kg polypropylene bulk bags.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
Nominally 12 months
Storage Conditions

In a cool, dry warehouse out of direct sunlight. Caking/lump formation is normal with this product.