Di Ammonium Phosphate

Diammonium phosphate is one of a series of water-soluble ammonium phosphate salts that can be produced when ammonia reacts with phosphoric acid. DAP is used as a fertilizer. When applied as plant food, it temporarily increases the soil pH, but over a long term the treated ground becomes more acidic than before upon nitrification of the ammonium. DAP can be used as a fire retardant. It lowers the combustion temperature of the material, decreases maximum weight loss rates, and causes an increase in the production of residue or char.

Synonyms

Ammonium di(lauryl) phosphate, ammonium didodecyl phosphate, SCHEMBL1204896, Ammonium Phosphate Dibasic, DAP, Diammonium Hydrogen Phosphate, Diammonium Phosphate, E 342, Phosphoric Acid, Diammonium Salt

Chemical Formula

(NH4)2HPO4

CAS Number

7783-28-0