Ammonium Carbonate
- CAS Number
- 506-87-6
- HSN Code
- 28369990
- Molecular Formula
- CH8N2O3
- Catalogue Number
- AL0334A
- Purity
- ≥ 99.0%
- Molecular Weight
- 96.09 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Ammonium carbonate is an ammonium salt that is the diammonium salt of carbonic acid. It has a role as a food acidity regulator and a raising agent.
Also known as Ammonium hydrogen carbonate, Ammonium carbamate.
- Catalogue No.
- AL0334A
- CAS Number
- 506-87-6
- Molecular Formula
- CH8N2O3
- Molecular Weight
- 96.09 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 28369990
- Grade
- For HPLC
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 58 °C (decomposes); Density: 1.5 at 68 °F - Denser than water; will sink; Solubility: 100g/100 g water at 15 °C.
- Appearance
- Colorless crystalline powder
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 gm plastic bottle
- Storage
- Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Air sensitive.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Ammonium Carbonate
- Catalogue No.
- AL0334A
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 506-87-6
- EC Number
- 208-058-0
- Grade
- For HPLC
- EC Index Number
- Not specified
- Chemical Formula
- CH8N2O3
- HSN Code
- 28369990
- Synonyms
- Ammonium hydrogen carbonate, Ammonium carbamate
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Used in analytical chemistry as a buffer in HPLC and LC-MS applications.
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Acute Tox. 4
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 517111 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Irritant
- Signal word
- Warning
- Hazard statements
- H302: Harmful if swallowed
- Precautionary statements
- P264, P270, P301+P317, P330, P501
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- None identified.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Ammonium Carbonate
- CAS No.
- 506-87-6
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Leave contaminated area.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- .
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- Flush with copious amounts of water.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Give large amount of water.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- May cause irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Ammonia gas may be released in case of fire.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Contain spill and collect for disposal. Avoid dust formation.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Use appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up and place in a suitable container for disposal.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Avoid inhalation and contact with skin and eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Air sensitive.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if dust is generated.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White
- Odour
- Strong odor of ammonia
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not specified
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not specified
- Melting point
- 58 °C (decomposes)
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- Not specified
- Flash point
- Not applicable
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not applicable
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable
- Vapour pressure
- Not specified
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Not specified
- Density
- 1.5 at 68 °F - Denser than water; will sink
- Solubility
- 100g/100 g water at 15 °C
- Log Pow
- Not specified
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not specified
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Decomposes on exposure to air with lose of ammonia and carbon dioxide, becoming white and powdery and converting into ammonium bicarbonate.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong acids, strong bases, and oxidizing agents.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Decomposes in hot water, yielding ammonia and carbon dioxide.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Mouse iv 96 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (IATA)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (ADN)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (RID)
- Not assigned
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- Not applicable
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (IMDG)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (IATA)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (ADN)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (RID)
- Not applicable
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a volatile buffer component in HPLC and LC-MS mobile phases.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL0104B
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 96.09 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 99.0% | 99.5% |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
The above product is expected to comply with For HPLC grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| For HPLC | ≥ 99.0% | m.p. 58 °C (decomposes) | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | 100g/100 g water at 15 °C |
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