Ammonium bicarbonate is an inorganic compound with formula (NH4)HCO3. The compound has many names, reflecting its long history. Chemically speaking, it is the bicarbonate salt of ammonium. It is a colourless solid that degrades readily to carbon dioxide and ammonia.

Food industry (raising agent)
Inexpensive nitrogen fertiliser
Used for buffering solutions
Key component of expectorant cough syrup

Food Grade

Conforms to EU 231/2012 (ref E503ii,E504ii)

Minimum Assay: <99.2%
Molecular Formula: NH4HCO3
Molecular Weight: 79.056
Density: 1.586 g/cm3
Solubility in Water: Readily Soluble
pH (10% w/w): 7.6
Melting Point: 42 C
Chloride (Cl): <0.003%
Sulphate (SO4): <0.003%
Heavy metals: <0.0005%
Arsenic (As): <0.0001%
Iron (Fe): <0.0005%
Mercury (Hg): <0.00001
Non-volatile Residue: <0.05%

Hazard Phrases: Harmful if swallowed. Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prec Phrases: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do no eat, drink or smoke when using this product. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.



Cas No: 1066-33-7
Einecs No: 213-911-5