Ammonium Carbonate
White crystalline lumps or powder with a pungent ammoniacal odour · CAS 506-87-6
Overview
Ammonium Carbonate (CAS 506-87-6) is one of the salts & minerals products Suraj Chemicals supplies to industrial, institutional and manufacturing buyers across India from our Chennai base. It is commonly used for leavening agent ("hartshorn") in traditional baking and speciality confectionery; textile wool-finishing and dyeing auxiliary; pharmaceutical expectorant and smelling-salts formulations, among other applications in the salts & minerals category. We pack Ammonium Carbonate in 25/50 kg HDPE bags (airtight, moisture-proof lined), and can arrange bulk, drum or tanker quantities for larger requirements — full characteristics, applications and downloadable documentation are below, or you can request a quote directly.
Specification Sheet — Characteristics
Download Specification Sheet (PDF)| Characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Assay (as NH3) | 30% Min |
| Water Insoluble Matter | 0.05% Max |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | 20 ppm Max |
| Iron (as Fe) | 0.005% Max |
| Chloride (as Cl) | 0.05% Max |
Values above are well-established typical/standard specification properties for this product, compiled from published technical references — not a batch-specific lab report. Figures can vary batch to batch — request a current certificate of analysis with your order.
Applications
- Leavening agent ("hartshorn") in traditional baking and speciality confectionery
- Textile wool-finishing and dyeing auxiliary
- Pharmaceutical expectorant and smelling-salts formulations
- Fire-extinguishing compound formulations
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ammonium Carbonate?
Ammonium Carbonate is supplied by Suraj Chemicals as white crystalline lumps or powder with a pungent ammoniacal odour, identified by CAS number 506-87-6. It falls under our Salts & Minerals range — see the Specification Sheet table above for its full characteristics.
What is Ammonium Carbonate used for?
Typical applications include: Leavening agent ("hartshorn") in traditional baking and speciality confectionery; Textile wool-finishing and dyeing auxiliary; Pharmaceutical expectorant and smelling-salts formulations; Fire-extinguishing compound formulations.
How should Ammonium Carbonate be stored and handled?
Store in sealed, airtight containers in a cool place away from heat — the salt sublimes/decomposes slowly, releasing ammonia and carbon dioxide; keep away from acids.
What packaging and pack sizes does Suraj Chemicals supply Ammonium Carbonate in?
25/50 kg HDPE bags (airtight, moisture-proof lined). Contact us if you need a different pack size, or a bulk/tanker quantity.
What is the shelf life of Ammonium Carbonate?
Typically around 24 months from date of manufacture when stored in original, unopened packaging under normal warehouse conditions, consistent with standard industry practice for this class of chemical. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.
Is Ammonium Carbonate hazardous to handle?
No specific hazard is flagged for Ammonium Carbonate beyond standard industrial chemical handling precautions. We still recommend you download the Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) in the sidebar above for full GHS hazard, handling and PPE details, as good practice for any industrial chemical.
Is a Specification Sheet, TDS or MSDS available for Ammonium Carbonate?
Yes — a downloadable Specification Sheet (PDF) with full characteristics and specifications is available above, and a downloadable Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) for Ammonium Carbonate is also available above.
Can I get a sample or discuss order quantity for Ammonium Carbonate?
Yes — use the Request Price & Availability button or WhatsApp us with your required quantity, and our team will confirm pricing, minimum order quantity, sample availability and delivery timelines for Ammonium Carbonate.