
Product Details
Product Name: Ammonium formate | CAS No.: 540-69-2 |
EC-No.: 208-753-9 | Min. Order: 1ton |
Purity: 99% | Supply Ability: 1000T/M |
Release date: 2025/08/05 |
CAS No.: 540-69-2
EC No.: 208-753-9
Chemical Formula: HCOONH?
Molecular Weight: 63.06 g/mol
Synonyms: Formic acid ammonium salt
1. Product Description
Ammonium Formate is a white, crystalline, hygroscopic compound formed from formic acid and ammonia. It is commonly used as a reducing agent, buffer, and intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis, catalyst reactions, and analytical chemistry.
2. Grades Available
Industrial Grade: For chemical synthesis, catalysis, plating, and lab applications
Food Grade (limited use): Not widely used directly in food, but may be used in indirect food contact or biochemical processing (subject to local regulations)
Note: Ammonium Formate is not approved as a food additive under EU (E number system) or FDA regulations. Food-grade designation applies only where high purity is required for indirect use (e.g., enzymatic reactions in processing).
3. Typical Properties
Property | Specification |
---|---|
Appearance | White crystalline powder |
Odor | Slight ammonia odor |
Solubility | Very soluble in water, alcohol |
Melting Point | ~116°C (decomposes) |
pH (5% aqueous solution) | 6.5 – 7.5 |
Decomposition | Releases formamide, CO, NH? |
Stability | Stable under dry, cool conditions |
4. Product Specifications
Industrial Grade
Test Item | Unit | Specification |
---|---|---|
Assay (Purity as HCOONH?) | % | ≥ 98.0 |
Moisture | % | ≤ 1.0 |
Residue on Ignition (Sulphated Ash) | % | ≤ 0.2 |
pH (5% solution) | – | 6.5 – 7.5 |
Chloride (Cl?) | % | ≤ 0.01 |
Sulfate (SO?2?) | % | ≤ 0.01 |
Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ppm | ≤ 5.0 |
Iron (Fe) | ppm | ≤ 5.0 |
Test Item | Unit | Specification |
---|---|---|
Purity (as HCOONH?) | % | ≥ 99.0 |
Moisture | % | ≤ 0.5 |
pH (5% solution) | – | 6.5 – 7.5 |
Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ppm | ≤ 2.0 |
Arsenic (As) | ppm | ≤ 1.0 |
Residue on Ignition | % | ≤ 0.1 |
Appearance of Solution | – | Clear, colorless |
Identification (NH??, HCOO?) | – | Passes test |
5. Applications
Industrial Grade
Reducing agent in organic synthesis (e.g., catalytic hydrogenation)
pH buffer in electroplating and metal processing
Intermediate in pharmaceutical manufacturing
Mobile phase additive in HPLC (mass spectrometry)
Raw material for formamide production
Laboratory reagent
High Purity / Food Contact Grade
Enzymatic process buffer (biotech)
Indirect food processing (not direct additive)
Analytical chemistry in food/pharma R&D
(Always check local regulations before use in food-related applications.)
6. Packaging & Storage
Packaging Options:
25 kg PE-lined bags
500 kg or 1000 kg jumbo bags
Custom packaging available
Storage Conditions:
Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area
Protect from moisture and direct sunlight
Keep container tightly sealed
Keep away from strong acids and oxidizers
Shelf Life:
24 months from production date in proper storage
7. Safety & Handling
Hazards: Irritant to skin, eyes, and respiratory system
Decomposition: Releases toxic gases when heated
Personal Protection: Use gloves, goggles, dust mask in handling
Transport: Non-hazardous for shipping (UN: not regulated)
Refer to SDS for full safety guidelines
8. Regulatory Information
REACH Registration: Available
Not classified as a food additive under most global regulations
RoHS / SVHC: Compliant (depending on grade)
GMP / ISO / HACCP documentation available upon request
9. Disclaimer
The information above is provided in good faith and reflects our best knowledge at the time of publication. It does not constitute a guarantee of specific properties or suitability for particular applications. Users are responsible for determining the appropriateness for their intended use and complying with all relevant local regulations.
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