Product Description
Ammonium acetate is a chemical compound with the formula CH₃COONH₄. It is the ammonium salt of acetic acid. The compound is often used in various chemical and laboratory applications. Ammonium acetate is highly soluble in water and it has a characteristic, acetic acid-like odor.
Common Uses:
- Buffer Solution: Ammonium acetate is commonly used as a component of buffer solutions, especially in biochemical and molecular biology applications. Buffers help maintain a stable pH in a solution, which is important for many chemical and biological reactions.
- Chemical Reagent: It is used as a reagent in various chemical reactions, such as in the synthesis of certain compounds.
- Desiccant: Ammonium acetate can be used as a desiccant (drying agent) in certain laboratory procedures.
- Acetylation Reactions: It is used in acetylation reactions, where acetyl groups are transferred from one molecule to another.
- Mass Spectrometry: In mass spectrometry, ammonium acetate is often used as a volatile buffer for the analysis of proteins and other biomolecules.
- Chromatography: It is used in some chromatographic techniques, such as ion chromatography.
- Electrolyte: Ammonium acetate can serve as an electrolyte in certain electrochemical cells.
Specifications of Ammonium Acetate
- Ammonium acetate for analysis EMSURE MERCK
- CAS #: 631-61-8,
- Molar Mass: 77.08 g/mol,
- Grade: ACS,Reag. Ph Eur,
- Chemical Formula: CHCOONH,
- Hill Formula: CHNO,
- EC Number: 211-162-9
- Assay (acidimetric) : 98.0 %
- Insoluble matter : 0.005 %
- pH-value (5 %; water, 25 C) : 6.7 – 7.3
- Chloride (Cl) : 0.0005 %
- Nitrate (NO) : 0.001 %
- Sulfate (SO) : 0.001 %
- Heavy metals (as Pb) : 0.0002 %
- Ca (Calcium) : 0.001 %
- Fe (Iron): 0.0002 %
- Substances reducing potassium permanganate (as formic acid) : 0.005 %
- Residue on ignition (as sulfate) : 0.01 %
- Water : 2.0 %
Important Considerations:
Hazards: While it is generally considered safe when handled properly, it is important to follow safety precautions. It may cause irritation to the eyes, skin, and respiratory system. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used when handling.
Storage: It should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible materials. Containers should be tightly closed. When working with any chemical, it is crucial to follow proper handling procedures, wear appropriate protective equipment, and consult the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) or Safety Data Sheet (SDS) provided by the supplier or manufacturer for specific safety information. Additionally, always adhere to laboratory safety guidelines and regulations.
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