{"id":2859,"date":"2025-06-26T10:17:40","date_gmt":"2025-06-26T08:17:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/vichemic.pl\/ammonium-chloride-salmiak-a-versatile-chemical-compound-of-industrial-importance\/"},"modified":"2025-12-13T00:07:01","modified_gmt":"2025-12-12T23:07:01","slug":"ammonium-chloride-salmiak-a-versatile-chemical-compound-of-industrial-importance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vichemic.pl\/en\/ammonium-chloride-salmiak-a-versatile-chemical-compound-of-industrial-importance\/","title":{"rendered":"Ammonium chloride (salmiak) &#8211; a versatile chemical compound of industrial importance"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Ammonium chloride<\/strong>, also known as <strong>salmiak<\/strong>, is one of the oldest and most widely used chemical compounds in industry, agriculture, pharmaceuticals and laboratories. This white, crystalline powder with a slightly salty taste and high hygroscopicity hides enormous technological potential &#8211; from nitrogen fertilizers to electrodes in zinc-carbon batteries. <\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/vichemic.pl\/en\/offers\/household-chemicals\/chlorek-amonu\/\">Vichemic offers &#8211; Ammonium Chloride<\/a> is available in high purity form, complying with industrial and laboratory requirements.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is ammonium chloride?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p><strong>Ammonium chloride (<sub>NH4Cl<\/sub>)<\/strong> is an inorganic chemical compound formed by the reaction of <strong>hydrochloric<\/strong> acid with ammonia. Under natural conditions it occurs as the mineral <g id=\"gid_2\">salmiak<\/g>, most often near volcanic fumaroles. Industrially, it is obtained on a large scale by synthetic methods, mainly as a by-product in the production of soda ash (Solvay process).  <\/p>\n\n<p>It is an odorless substance, well soluble in water, exhibiting a slightly acidic reaction. Under the influence of high temperature it decomposes, giving off ammonia and hydrogen chloride. <\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The most important physical and chemical properties<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sum formula:<\/strong> <sub>NH4Cl<\/sub><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>CAS number:<\/strong> 12125-02-9<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>EC no:<\/strong> 235-186-4<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Appearance:<\/strong> white crystalline powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Solubility:<\/strong> very good in water, poor in alcohol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>pH of the solution:<\/strong> slightly acidic (about 5-6)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Melting point:<\/strong> 338 \u00b0C<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Decomposition temperature:<\/strong> about 520 \u00b0C <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Main uses of ammonium chloride<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. fertilizer industry<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>Ammonium chloride is a valued source of nitrogen in mineral fertilizer production, especially for rice and wheat crops in Asia. As a nitrogen fertilizer, it does not cause soil salinity and is quickly absorbed by plants. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. metallurgical industry<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>In metallurgy, ammonium chloride is used as a flux &#8211; it facilitates soldering of metals, prevents surface oxidation and improves adhesion of the binder. It is also a component of baths for hot-dip galvanizing and electroplating. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. electronics and batteries<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>Ammonium chloride plays an important role as an electrolyte in zinc-carbon batteries (dry cells). Its ability to conduct electricity and chemical stability make it still used today in low-voltage batteries. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. food industry (with restrictions)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>In some countries, ammonium chloride is approved for food use as an acidity regulator (E510) and an ingredient in salmia licorice. In Poland and many other countries, however, use in food is limited or prohibited. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. pharmaceutical industry<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>Salmiak exhibits expectorant and mucolytic properties &#8211; it is sometimes an ingredient in some cough syrups and lozenges. It regulates the viscosity of mucus and facilitates its removal from the respiratory tract. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. chemical and analytical industry<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>Ammonium chloride is used in analytical reactions, such as in qualitative analysis of metal ions and as a component of ammonium buffers. It is also an indicator of the presence of chlorine ions. <\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Storage and security<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p>Despite its wide use, ammonium chloride requires careful handling:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Highly hygroscopic product &#8211; requires storage in airtight, dry containers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In contact with skin and eyes may cause irritation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not mix with strong bases and oxidizers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High temperatures can cause decomposition with the release of harmful gases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Always follow the recommendations of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and use personal protective equipment.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Chemical curiosities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In alchemy, salmiak was one of the basic &#8220;salt of the philosopher&#8217;s stones&#8221; &#8211; it was believed to have purifying properties<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the Middle Ages it was used to clean precious metals, including gold and silver<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the 19th century it was used to make explosive powders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Summary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p><strong>Ammonium chloride<\/strong> is a versatile raw material that is used in almost every industry &#8211; from agriculture and metallurgy to pharmaceuticals and electrical engineering. The product offered by <a href=\"https:\/\/vichemic.pl\/en\/offers\/household-chemicals\/chlorek-amonu\/\">Vichemic &#8211; Ammonium Chloride<\/a> meets the highest purity standards and is ready for technological and laboratory applications. <\/p>\n\n<p>Take a look at the offer at <a href=\"http:\/\/vichemic.pl\/oferta\/\">vichemic.co.uk\/offer<\/a> and choose solutions tailored to your industrial needs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ammonium chloride, also known as salmiak, is one of the oldest and most widely used chemical compounds in industry, agriculture, pharmaceuticals and laboratories. This white, crystalline powder with a slightly salty taste and high hygroscopicity hides enormous technological potential &#8211; from nitrogen fertilizers to electrodes in zinc-carbon batteries. 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