| Formula / Notation | C2H7NO2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 631-61-8 |
| Molecular Weight | 77.08 |
| Melting Point | 237.2 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 1.17 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | SOL IN LESS THAN 1 PART WATER; FREELY SOL IN ALCOHOL; SLIGHTLY SOL IN ACETONE. |
| Appearance | Ammonium acetate appears as a white crystalline solid. The primary hazard is the threat to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit its spread to the environment. It is used in che... |
| Also Known As | azanium acetate; 631-61-8; Acetic acid, ammonium salt; acetic acid ammonium salt; RRE756S6Q2; DTXSID5023873; CHEBI:62947; RefChem:5546; DTXCID203873; 211-162-9 |
| Category | Salts |
What is Ammonium acetate?
Ammonium acetate is an ammonium salt obtained by reaction of ammonia with acetic acid. A deliquescent white crystalline solid, it has a relatively low melting point (114C) for a salt. Used as a food acidity regulator, although no longer approved for this purpose in the EU. It has a role as a buffer and a food acidity regulator. It is an ammonium salt and an acetate salt.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: azanium acetate
Other Names / Synonyms: azanium acetate; 631-61-8; Acetic acid, ammonium salt; acetic acid ammonium salt; RRE756S6Q2; DTXSID5023873; CHEBI:62947; RefChem:5546; DTXCID203873; 211-162-9
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 237.2 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 1.17 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 77.08 |
| Solubility | SOL IN LESS THAN 1 PART WATER; FREELY SOL IN ALCOHOL; SLIGHTLY SOL IN ACETONE. |
| Appearance | Ammonium acetate appears as a white crystalline solid. The primary hazard is the threat to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit its spread to the environment. It is used in che... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Ammonium acetate is an ammonium salt obtained by reaction of ammonia with acetic acid. A deliquescent white crystalline solid, it has a relatively low melting point (114C) for a salt. Used as a food acidity regulator, although no longer approved for this purpose in the EU. It has a role as a buffer and a food acidity regulator. It is an ammonium salt and an acetate salt.
Used in food preservation, water treatment, chemical synthesis, fertilizers, and pharmaceutical applications.
Irritant or toxic depending on specific salt. Some salts are oxidising agents or toxic to aquatic environments. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Ammonium acetate is: C2H7NO2