Ammonium Chloride
Its primary application involves providing nitrogen in fertilizers and serving as an electrolyte in dry cells. Additionally, it finds widespread use as an ingredient in galvanizing, tinning, and soldering fluxes, aiding in the removal of oxide layers from metals and enhancing solder adhesion. Furthermore, it is a key component in various proprietary cold medications and cough remedies due to its effectiveness as an expectorant.
- Synonyms
- AmChlor, Muriate of Ammonia, Salmiac, Ammonium Chloride, NH4Cl, Sal Ammoniac
- Chemical Formula
- ClH4N
- CAS Number
- 12125-02-9
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 53.489 g/mol
- Melting Point
- 338.9°C
- Boiling Point
- 520°C
- Density
- 1.53 g/cc
- Forms
- White, Solid
Uses and Applications
Key applications
- Metal working
- Buffer agent
- Medicines
- Plating
- Oil and Gas
- Fertiliser
- Batteries
- Cosmetic products
- Electroplating