CAS 10196-04-0

ammonium sulfite

Description:

Ammonium sulfite, with the chemical formula (NH4)2SO3, is an inorganic compound characterized by its white crystalline appearance. It is a salt formed from the reaction of ammonia and sulfurous acid. This compound is soluble in water, which allows it to dissociate into ammonium ions (NH4+) and sulfite ions (SO3^2-) in solution. Ammonium sulfite is primarily used in various industrial applications, including as a reducing agent in chemical processes and in the production of certain dyes and photographic materials. It can also serve as a preservative in food processing. The substance is hygroscopic, meaning it can absorb moisture from the air, which can affect its stability and storage. In terms of safety, ammonium sulfite can release sulfur dioxide gas upon decomposition, which poses respiratory hazards. Therefore, appropriate handling and storage measures should be taken to minimize exposure. Overall, ammonium sulfite is a versatile compound with applications in both industrial and laboratory settings.

Formula: H₈N₂O₃S

InChI: InChI=1S/2H3N.H2O3S/c;;1-4(2)3/h2*1H3;(H2,1,2,3)

InChI key: InChIKey=PQUCIEFHOVEZAU-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: S(=O)(O)O.N

Synonyms:

• Ammonium Sulphite
• Ammonium sulfite ((NH₄)₂SO₃)
• Ammoniumsulfit
• Diammonium sulfite
• Diammonium sulfonate
• Sulfite d'ammonium
• Sulfito De Amonio
• Sulfurous acid diammonium salt
• Sulfurous acid, ammonium salt (1:2)
• Sulfurousacid,diammoniumsalt
• solid Ammonium Sulfite
• Ammonium sulfite ((NH4)2SO3)
• Ammonium sulfite
• ammoniumsulphite
• diammoniumsulfite

Ammonium Sulfite

CAS: 10196-04-0

Ammonium Sulfite

Molecular weight: 116.14g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1025158

Ammonium sulfite

CAS: 10196-04-0

Ammonium sulfite is a chemical compound that is used as an additive in wastewater treatment and as a reagent in organic synthesis. The reaction solution contains ammonium sulfite, sodium carbonate, and water. It has been shown to be toxic to animals when administered at high doses. Ammonium sulfite does not react with hydrogen fluoride or water and it is not soluble in anhydrous sodium. The polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technique has been used to study the reaction mechanism of ammonium sulfite. The reactions are catalysed by metal hydroxides such as magnesium hydroxide and aluminium hydroxide, which are present at the surface of the solid phase.

Formula: (NH₄)₂SO₃

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 116.14 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FA164872