Ammonium Phosphate Monobasic
Ammonium Phosphate Monobasic

Ammonium Phosphate Monobasic

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Product Description

It is formed when a solution of phosphoric acid is added to ammonia until the solution is distinctly acidic. It is often used in the blending of dry agricultural fertilizers. It supplies soil with the elements nitrogen and phosphorus in a form which is usable by plants. The compound is also a component of the ABC powder in some dry chemical fire extinguishers. It is a widely used crystal in the field of optics due to its birefringence properties. Commonly used in plant tissue culture media.

Technical Specifications

CAS#: 7722-76-1
Molecular Weight: 115.03 g/mol
Molecular Formula: H6NO4P
Synonyms: Ammonium Dihydrogen Phosphate
Appearance Form: White Crystalline Powder
Appearance Color: White
Working Concentration: 0
Solubility: H2O: 227 mg/ml at 0°C, 380 mg/ml at 20°C
Slightly soluble in alcohol. Insoluble in acetone.
Shelf Life: 3 years
Storage Temperature: RT
Hazardous Shipping: Non-hazardous
HTS Code: 31054000

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