Ammonia Solution 25%
Description
Ammonia Solution 25% (CAS 1336-21-6) is
a highly concentrated, colorless, and pungent liquid consisting of ammonia gas dissolved in water, also known as ammonium hydroxide. It is a strong, alkaline industrial cleaner, chemical reagent, and fertilizer raw material with a pH of 11.7–12, used for pH adjustment, metal extraction, and removing heavy grease. It causes severe skin burns, eye damage, and is toxic to aquatic life.
Key Properties & Specifications:
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- Appearance: Colorless liquid with a strong, pungent odor
Common Applications:
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- Industrial/Household Cleaning: Used for removing heavy grease, grime, and cleaning surfaces, often in industrial settings.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Used in the production of fertilizers, plastics, explosives, dyes, and pharmaceuticals.
- Laboratory & Industrial Use: Acts as a pH adjuster, complexing agent in analytical chemistry, and in metal refining.
- Environmental Protection: Used for reducing NOx emissions in power plants and factories.
- Other Uses: Paper, rubber, and wastewater treatment.
Safety & Handling:
- Hazard Class: Corrosive, Dangerous Goods. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
- Handling: Always use personal protective equipment (gloves, goggles, full-face respirator) in well-ventilated areas or under a fume hood.
- Storage: Keep in tightly closed, labeled containers in a cool, well-ventilated area, away from acids and oxidizing agents.
- Emergency: In case of contact, rinse immediately with plenty of water for several minutes.
