Ammonium Chloride (NH4Cl)
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AMMONIUM CHLORIDE (NH4Cl) – High-Purity Nitrogen Fertilizer & Multi-Purpose Industrial Chemical
Professional Ammonium Chloride – Technical Grade Nitrogen Source, Water-Soluble Fertilizer, Industrial Salt & Multi-Application Chemical for Agricultural Production, Fertilizer Manufacturing, Battery Applications, Metal Processing, Pharmaceutical Industries & Specialized Chemical Operations
✅ High-Purity Nitrogen Source – Superior Solubility & Rapid Plant Uptake Properties
✅ Multi-Industry Chemical – Excellent Performance in Agriculture, Electronics & Manufacturing
✅ Outstanding Water Solubility – Complete Dissolution & Industrial Processing Compatibility
✅ Versatile Applications – Fertilizer, Battery, Pharmaceutical, Textile & Metal Industries
✅ Quality Certified – Technical & Safety Standards Ensuring Consistent Performance Results
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Ammonium chloride, featuring ionic compound structure with CAS number 12125-02-9 and molecular formula NH4Cl, appearing as white crystalline solid with exceptional water solubility properties, outstanding chemical stability, and superior industrial compatibility across diverse applications, is a specialized inorganic salt with excellent nitrogen content, improved dissolution characteristics, and superior performance in agricultural fertilizer and industrial processing applications. Ammonium chloride is a white crystalline salt that is highly soluble in water, and almost 90% of all ammonium chloride produced is used in fertilizers since it is an outstanding source of nitrogen and chlorine. Ammonium chloride is specifically processed to provide enhanced nutrient delivery, improved industrial performance, and superior results in applications requiring effective nitrogen supply, reliable chemical processing, stable ionic behavior, and technical-grade processing in fertilizer manufacturing, battery production, pharmaceutical formulations, and specialized industrial applications. The compound functions through multiple mechanisms including rapid nitrogen dissolution enabling plant availability, ionic conductivity providing electrical applications, and chemical reactivity ensuring industrial processing efficiency, providing broad-spectrum functionality, effective nutrient enhancement, excellent chemical compatibility under processing conditions, and outstanding safety profile during handling and application. Ammonium chloride represents one of the most versatile and essential nitrogen-bearing chemicals in modern agriculture, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and industrial processing sectors, providing exceptional nitrogen efficiency, superior industrial performance, excellent environmental compatibility without toxicity concerns, and outstanding regulatory compliance during manufacturing and application, making it essential for nitrogen fertilizers, dry cell batteries, pharmaceutical formulations, textile processing, and specialized applications requiring high-performance multi-purpose chemical technology and regulatory approval with international safety standards.
At Chemicals & Process Equipment Limited, we supply advanced Ammonium Chloride manufactured under stringent quality control standards and international agricultural, pharmaceutical, electronics, industrial, and safety specifications. Our comprehensive product range includes various purity grades, particle sizes, and specialized formulations meeting diverse requirements for fertilizer applications, battery manufacturing, pharmaceutical production, industrial processing, and specialized applications across global agricultural, electronics, pharmaceutical, and industrial markets.
✅ Advanced Multi-Purpose Technology – Optimized Performance & Cross-Industry Applications
✅ Consistent Quality Standards – Multiple Product Classifications with Comprehensive Documentation
✅ Essential Nitrogen Source – Superior Fertilizer Properties, Industrial Safety & Compatibility
✅ Multi-Industry Applications – Agriculture, Electronics, Pharmaceuticals, Textiles, Metal Processing
✅ Technical Support Package – Complete Application Guidance & Performance Optimization
The global ammonium chloride market is poised to reflect moderate growth under 5% with the fertilizer grade ammonium chloride market forecast to surpass US$2 billion in 2029, driven by increasing agricultural demand, expanding battery manufacturing, growing pharmaceutical applications, and rising industrial processing requirements across multiple sectors.
Technical Specifications & Properties
| Property | Agricultural Grade | Fertilizer Grade | Technical Grade | Battery Grade | Pharmaceutical Grade | Industrial Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NH4Cl Content (%) | 98-99.5 | 96-98 | 94-97 | 99-99.8 | 99.5-99.9 | 92-96 |
| Nitrogen (N) Content (%) | 25-26 | 24-26 | 23-25 | 25.5-26.5 | 26-26.5 | 22-25 |
| Chloride (Cl) Content (%) | 66-67 | 65-67 | 64-66 | 66.5-67.5 | 67-67.5 | 63-66 |
| Water Content (%) | <0.5 | <1.0 | <1.5 | <0.2 | <0.1 | <2.0 |
| pH (5% solution) | 4.5-6.0 | 4.0-6.5 | 3.8-7.0 | 4.8-5.5 | 5.0-6.0 | 3.5-7.5 |
| Particle Size (mesh) | 20-40 | 16-35 | 10-60 | 40-80 | 60-100 | 8-50 |
| Water Solubility (g/100ml, 20°C) | 35-37 | 34-37 | 33-37 | 36-38 | 37-38 | 32-36 |
| Bulk Density (kg/m³) | 700-900 | 650-850 | 600-800 | 750-950 | 800-1000 | 550-750 |
| Tapped Density (kg/m³) | 900-1200 | 850-1150 | 800-1100 | 950-1250 | 1000-1300 | 750-1050 |
| Electrical Conductivity (μS/cm) | 8000-12000 | 7000-11000 | 6000-10000 | 10000-15000 | 12000-16000 | 5000-9000 |
| Granule Hardness (N) | 10-25 | 8-20 | 5-15 | N/A | N/A | 6-18 |
| Moisture Absorption (%) | <2.0 | <2.5 | <3.0 | <1.0 | <0.5 | <3.5 |
| Caking Tendency | Low | Low | Moderate | Very Low | Very Low | Moderate |
| Dissolution Time (min) | 1-3 | 2-5 | 3-8 | 0.5-2 | 0.5-1.5 | 2-10 |
| Residue on Ignition (%) | <0.1 | <0.2 | <0.5 | <0.05 | <0.02 | <1.0 |
| Heavy Metals (ppm) | <20 | <50 | <100 | <5 | <2 | <200 |
| Iron (Fe) Content (%) | <0.01 | <0.02 | <0.05 | <0.005 | <0.001 | <0.1 |
| Sulfate (SO4) Content (%) | <0.02 | <0.05 | <0.1 | <0.01 | <0.005 | <0.2 |
| Phosphate (PO4) Content (%) | <0.001 | <0.005 | <0.01 | <0.0005 | <0.0001 | <0.02 |
| Calcium (Ca) Content (%) | <0.02 | <0.05 | <0.1 | <0.01 | <0.005 | <0.2 |
| Magnesium (Mg) Content (%) | <0.01 | <0.02 | <0.05 | <0.005 | <0.002 | <0.1 |
| Potassium (K) Content (%) | <0.02 | <0.05 | <0.1 | <0.01 | <0.005 | <0.2 |
| Sodium (Na) Content (%) | <0.1 | <0.2 | <0.5 | <0.05 | <0.02 | <1.0 |
| Lead (Pb) Content (ppm) | <5 | <10 | <20 | <2 | <1 | <50 |
| Arsenic (As) Content (ppm) | <2 | <5 | <10 | <1 | <0.5 | <20 |
| Cadmium (Cd) Content (ppm) | <2 | <5 | <10 | <1 | <0.5 | <20 |
| Mercury (Hg) Content (ppm) | <1 | <2 | <5 | <0.5 | <0.2 | <10 |
| Insoluble Matter (%) | <0.05 | <0.1 | <0.2 | <0.02 | <0.01 | <0.5 |
| Free Acid (as HCl) (%) | <0.02 | <0.05 | <0.1 | <0.01 | <0.005 | <0.2 |
| Ammonia (NH3) Content (%) | <0.01 | <0.02 | <0.05 | <0.005 | <0.002 | <0.1 |
| Bromine (Br) Content (%) | <0.05 | <0.1 | <0.2 | <0.02 | <0.01 | <0.5 |
| Iodine (I) Content (%) | <0.02 | <0.05 | <0.1 | <0.01 | <0.005 | <0.2 |
| Color | White | White | Off-White | White | Pure White | Variable |
| Odor | Odorless | Slight | Mild | Odorless | Odorless | Variable |
| Crystal Structure | Cubic | Cubic | Cubic | Cubic | Cubic | Cubic |
| Melting Point (°C) | 338 | 338 | 338 | 338 | 338 | 338 |
| Decomposition Temp (°C) | 520 | 520 | 520 | 520 | 520 | 520 |
| Hygroscopic Nature | Slight | Moderate | Moderate | Slight | Very Slight | Moderate |
| Thermal Stability | Excellent | Good | Good | Excellent | Excellent | Fair |
| Chemical Compatibility | Excellent | Very Good | Good | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
| Storage Stability | Excellent | Good | Fair | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
| Application Rate (kg/ha) | 50-200 | 100-300 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Battery Performance | N/A | N/A | N/A | Excellent | N/A | N/A |
| Pharmaceutical Grade | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | USP/BP | N/A |
| Food Grade Status | No | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| Textile Processing | No | No | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Metal Treatment | No | No | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Storage Temperature (°C) | 10-40 | 5-45 | 0-50 | 15-30 | 20-25 | -5-55 |
| Relative Humidity (%) | <70 | <75 | <80 | <60 | <50 | <85 |
| Shelf Life (years) | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| Regulatory Status | Agricultural | Fertilizer | Technical | Battery | Pharmaceutical | Industrial |
Available Product Types:
- Agricultural Grade for field crops and nitrogen fertilization
- Fertilizer Grade for fertilizer manufacturing and blending operations
- Technical Grade for industrial processing and manufacturing
- Battery Grade for dry cell and battery manufacturing
- Pharmaceutical Grade for pharmaceutical and medical applications
- Industrial Grade for textile, metal, and chemical processing
- Food Grade for food industry and processing applications
- Electronics Grade for electronic component manufacturing
- Water Treatment Grade for water conditioning systems
- Laboratory Grade for analytical and research applications
- High Purity Grade for specialized chemical synthesis
- Granular Grade for easy handling and application
- Powder Grade for rapid dissolution applications
- Crystal Grade for optical and electronic applications
- Custom Specifications for specific application requirements
Specialized Application Solutions:
- Nitrogen fertilizer formulation and soil nutrient management
- Battery electrolyte optimization and performance testing
- Pharmaceutical formulation development and quality control
- Industrial process optimization and chemical compatibility
- Textile processing enhancement and performance evaluation
- Metal treatment process development and optimization
- Quality control method development and validation
- Chemical synthesis process design and optimization
- Regulatory compliance assistance and documentation support
- Custom application development and performance testing
Agricultural Applications
Nitrogen Fertilization Agricultural producers utilize Agricultural Grade Ammonium Chloride as an indispensable nitrogen component necessary for the establishment and growth of plants, with its capacity to provide an immense amount of nitrogen within a short period making it particularly valuable when accelerated plant growth is needed. Crop specialists employ ammonium chloride for soil acidification, nitrogen supply, and chloride nutrition providing enhanced plant growth, improved crop yields, and superior agricultural performance with typical application rates of 50-200 kg/ha depending on soil conditions and crop requirements.
Rice Production Rice farmers use Ammonium Chloride for paddy field fertilization, nitrogen management, and yield enhancement requiring rice cultivation specifications. Rice production specialists employ ammonium chloride for flooded soil conditions, nitrogen efficiency, and crop optimization providing improved rice yields, enhanced grain quality, and superior rice production performance.
Acidic Soil Management Agricultural specialists utilize Ammonium Chloride for soil pH modification, alkaline soil treatment, and nutrient availability enhancement requiring soil management specifications. Soil scientists employ ammonium chloride for soil acidification, micronutrient mobilization, and pH adjustment providing improved soil conditions, enhanced nutrient availability, and superior crop growth environments.
Chloride-Responsive Crops Specialty crop producers use Ammonium Chloride for crops requiring chloride nutrition, such as coconut, palm, and certain vegetables requiring chloride-responsive specifications. Crop nutritionists employ ammonium chloride for chloride supplementation, balanced nutrition, and crop quality enhancement providing improved crop health, enhanced fruit quality, and superior specialty crop performance.
Industrial Applications
Battery Manufacturing Battery manufacturers utilize Battery Grade Ammonium Chloride as an electrolyte in dry cells, providing excellent electrical conductivity and battery performance. Battery engineers employ ammonium chloride for zinc-carbon batteries, electrolyte solutions, and energy storage applications providing reliable battery operation, extended battery life, and superior electrochemical performance.
Textile Processing Textile manufacturers use Technical Grade Ammonium Chloride for fabric processing, dyeing operations, and textile finishing requiring textile processing specifications. Textile technologists employ ammonium chloride for mordanting, color fastness, and fabric treatment providing improved dye uptake, enhanced color stability, and superior textile processing results.
Metal Processing Metal finishing companies utilize Industrial Grade Ammonium Chloride for flux applications, soldering operations, and metal cleaning requiring metal processing specifications. Metal processing specialists employ ammonium chloride to remove oxide coatings from metals, providing clean metal surfaces, improved soldering quality, and superior metal finishing performance.
Galvanizing Operations Galvanizing facilities use Ammonium Chloride for zinc galvanizing, flux preparation, and metal coating applications requiring galvanizing specifications. Galvanizing engineers employ ammonium chloride for flux activity, coating adherence, and process optimization providing improved coating quality, enhanced corrosion protection, and superior galvanizing performance.
For comprehensive information about ammonium chloride applications across industries, you can reference this detailed analysis of ammonium chloride uses and applications which provides extensive coverage of industrial applications, agricultural benefits, and technical properties from Bell Chemical’s industry expertise.
Pharmaceutical Applications
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Pharmaceutical companies utilize Pharmaceutical Grade Ammonium Chloride for drug formulation, cough medicines, and therapeutic applications requiring pharmaceutical specifications. Pharmaceutical specialists employ ammonium chloride for expectorant formulations, pH adjustment, and active pharmaceutical ingredients providing effective therapeutic action, improved drug stability, and superior pharmaceutical performance.
Cough Medicine Formulation Pharmaceutical formulators use Ammonium Chloride for expectorant medications, respiratory treatments, and cough suppressants requiring medicinal specifications. Medical specialists employ ammonium chloride for mucus thinning, respiratory clearance, and therapeutic effectiveness providing improved respiratory health, enhanced medication efficacy, and superior patient outcomes.
Buffer Systems Pharmaceutical manufacturers utilize Ammonium Chloride for pH buffering, solution stabilization, and drug compatibility requiring buffer system specifications. Formulation scientists employ ammonium chloride for pH control, ionic strength adjustment, and stability enhancement providing stable formulations, controlled drug release, and superior pharmaceutical stability.
Analytical Applications Pharmaceutical laboratories use Laboratory Grade Ammonium Chloride for analytical testing, quality control, and drug analysis requiring analytical specifications. Analytical chemists employ ammonium chloride for standard solutions, calibration procedures, and method validation providing accurate analytical results, reliable quality control, and superior laboratory performance.
Specialty Applications
Food Industry Food processing companies utilize Food Grade Ammonium Chloride for bread improvers, yeast nutrients, and food processing requiring food industry specifications. Food technologists employ ammonium chloride for dough conditioning, fermentation enhancement, and food preservation providing improved food quality, enhanced processing efficiency, and superior food industry performance.
Water Treatment Water treatment facilities use Technical Grade Ammonium Chloride for water conditioning, pH adjustment, and system maintenance requiring water treatment specifications. Water treatment engineers employ ammonium chloride for alkalinity control, scale prevention, and system optimization providing effective water treatment, improved system performance, and superior water quality management.
Chemical Synthesis Chemical manufacturers utilize Technical Grade Ammonium Chloride for chemical synthesis, intermediate production, and process chemistry requiring chemical synthesis specifications. Chemical engineers employ ammonium chloride for reaction medium, catalyst preparation, and chemical transformation providing controlled chemical reactions, improved synthesis efficiency, and superior chemical processing performance.
Electronics Manufacturing Electronics producers use Electronics Grade Ammonium Chloride for etching solutions, circuit board processing, and electronic component manufacturing requiring electronics specifications. Electronics engineers employ ammonium chloride for metal etching, surface cleaning, and component preparation providing precise electronic processing, improved component quality, and superior electronics manufacturing performance.
Quality Control & Testing
Comprehensive Quality Assurance Every production batch undergoes extensive testing to ensure compliance with ammonium chloride standards, agricultural requirements, pharmaceutical specifications, and international quality standards. Our quality control laboratory employs advanced analytical techniques including ion chromatography, atomic absorption spectroscopy, and comprehensive performance evaluation.
Quality assurance procedures include:
- NH4Cl content determination using gravimetric analysis
- Nitrogen content testing using Kjeldahl method
- Chloride analysis using potentiometric titration
- Water content measurement using Karl Fischer titration
- pH measurement using calibrated electrode systems
- Particle size analysis using sieve analysis techniques
- Water solubility testing using dissolution procedures
- Bulk density determination using standardized methods
- Tapped density measurement using tap density apparatus
- Electrical conductivity testing using conductivity meters
- Granule hardness evaluation using compression testing
- Moisture absorption measurement using humidity chambers
- Caking tendency assessment using standardized procedures
- Dissolution time testing using stirred vessel methods
- Residue on ignition determination using high-temperature treatment
- Heavy metals testing using ICP-MS techniques
- Iron content analysis using atomic absorption spectroscopy
- Sulfate determination using ion chromatography
- Phosphate analysis using colorimetric methods
- Calcium testing using complexometric titration
- Magnesium analysis using atomic absorption procedures
- Potassium determination using flame photometry
- Sodium content testing using flame emission spectroscopy
- Lead analysis using graphite furnace methods
- Arsenic determination using hydride generation
- Cadmium testing using electrothermal atomization
- Mercury analysis using cold vapor techniques
- Insoluble matter determination using filtration methods
- Free acid testing using acid-base titration
- Ammonia content analysis using distillation procedures
- Bromine determination using ion chromatography
- Iodine analysis using spectrophotometric methods
- Color assessment using visual comparison standards
- Odor evaluation using sensory analysis methods
- Crystal structure analysis using X-ray diffraction
- Melting point determination using thermal analysis
- Decomposition temperature testing using thermogravimetry
- Hygroscopic nature evaluation using moisture absorption testing
- Thermal stability assessment using differential thermal analysis
- Chemical compatibility testing using stability studies
- Storage stability evaluation using accelerated aging protocols
Storage & Handling Procedures Implement proper storage conditions including controlled humidity and temperature, protection from moisture absorption and contamination, appropriate industrial-grade packaging materials, segregation from incompatible substances, and comprehensive safety procedures for maintaining Ammonium Chloride quality and ensuring safe handling throughout storage and application periods.
Environmental & Regulatory Compliance
Agricultural Standards Agricultural Grade Ammonium Chloride complies with agricultural protection regulations, fertilizer safety standards, and international agricultural directives ensuring safe use in crop production applications with established environmental compatibility and comprehensive ecological assessments for farming operations.
Pharmaceutical Standards Pharmaceutical Grade Ammonium Chloride adheres to pharmaceutical industry standards, USP/BP specifications, and international pharmaceutical regulations ensuring safe use in pharmaceutical applications with established safety protocols and regulatory compliance for medical formulations.
Food Safety Standards Food Grade Ammonium Chloride meets food safety standards, food additive specifications, and international food processing regulations ensuring appropriate use in food industry applications with established safety protocols and performance requirements.
Industrial Standards All grades comply with industrial safety regulations, chemical handling standards, and workplace safety requirements ensuring appropriate use in industrial applications with established protocols and regulatory compliance for manufacturing operations.
Performance Advantages & Benefits
✔ Superior Nitrogen Content – High nitrogen concentration with excellent plant availability
✔ Outstanding Water Solubility – Complete dissolution and rapid nutrient release
✔ Industrial Versatility – Technical compliance across multiple industry specifications
✔ Chemical Stability – Stable performance under various environmental conditions
✔ Multiple Applications – Suitable for agriculture, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and industry
✔ Electrical Conductivity – Excellent performance in battery and electronic applications
✔ Processing Efficiency – Easy handling and excellent manufacturing compatibility
✔ Crop Enhancement – Improved yields and quality across diverse agricultural systems
✔ Quality Consistency – Uniform performance across production batches
✔ Regulatory Compliance – Approved for agricultural, pharmaceutical, and industrial use
✔ Cost Effectiveness – Economic nitrogen source with superior performance
✔ Storage Stability – Extended shelf life under proper storage conditions
✔ Global Availability – Reliable supply chains and worldwide distribution networks
✔ Technical Versatility – Multiple industry applications and processing systems
✔ Technical Support – Complete application guidance and optimization services
Our Ammonium Chloride products represent industry-leading standards in multi-purpose chemical technology and cross-industry performance solutions, specifically manufactured for demanding agricultural applications, battery manufacturing systems, pharmaceutical formulations, and advanced industrial operations requiring exceptional purity characteristics, reliable performance, and comprehensive regulatory compliance. We provide complete technical support, application guidance, and performance consultation to ensure optimal results across your specialized agricultural, pharmaceutical, electronics, or industrial processing applications.
For detailed specifications, technical data sheets, or application-specific recommendations, contact our specialized multi-purpose chemical division. We offer complete support including product selection, application optimization, compatibility testing, regulatory guidance, performance monitoring, and technical assistance to maximize effectiveness in your agricultural, pharmaceutical, electronics, or industrial processing applications.
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