Ammonium nitrate
CAS No 6484-52-2
Ammonium nitrate is a nitrate salt with the formula NH4NO3, appearing as white hygroscopic crystals. It falls within the nitrates category and functions as an industrial oxidizing agent. OQEMA supplies ammonium nitrate in bags.
- Category
- Salts
- Sub-category
- Nitrogen Based Salts
- Formula
- NH4NO3
- CAS Number
- 6484-52-2
- EINECS
- 229-347-8
Applications
- Industrial oxidizing agent
- Raw material for nitrogen-based chemical formulations
- Component in industrial explosives manufacturing
- Intermediate in fertilizer raw material production
FAQ
Q: What is the CAS number of ammonium nitrate?
A: Ammonium nitrate has CAS number 6484-52-2 and EC number 229-347-8.
Q: What is the UN number and hazard class of ammonium nitrate?
A: Ammonium nitrate is classified under UN1942, hazard class 5.1.
Q: How is ammonium nitrate packaged?
A: OQEMA supplies ammonium nitrate in bags.
Available materials
| Material | Packaging | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Ammonium nitrate bag | Bag | 30 KG |
| Ammonium nitrate bag DD | Bag | 30 KG |
Transport classification (ADR)
- UN number
- UN1942
- Class of Danger
- 5.1
Transport classification is given for guidance only. Always refer to the safety data sheet for the authoritative classification.