Ammonium Benzoate

CAS# 1863-63-4

Product Description

Ammonium benzoate is the ammonium salt of benzoic acid, commonly used in various industrial and laboratory applications.

Product:

Ammonium Benzoate

CAS:

1863-63-4

Synonym:

Benzoic acid ammonium salt

Structure:

Typical Characteristics

Appearance

White, crystalline solid

Boiling point

255.1 °C

Density

1.26 g/cm3

Flash Point

110°C

Melting point

198 °C

Molecular Weight

139.15

Purity

98%

Refractive index

1.5029

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Ammonium Benzoate used in many
industry applications

Ammonium benzoate is the ammonium salt of benzoic acid, commonly used in various industrial and laboratory applications. Here are some of its uses:

  1. Preservative: Ammonium benzoate is utilized as a preservative in various food and beverage products to prevent microbial growth and extend shelf life.
  2. Antimicrobial Agent: It exhibits antimicrobial properties and can be found in some cosmetic and personal care products, such as creams, lotions, and shampoos, to prevent microbial contamination.
  3. Chemical Synthesis: Ammonium benzoate serves as a precursor or intermediate in organic synthesis reactions, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals, fragrances, and specialty chemicals.
  4. Photography: In photographic processes, ammonium benzoate is used as a component of developer solutions to aid in the development of images.
  5. Textile Industry: It finds application in the textile industry as a mordant in dyeing processes, helping to fix dyes to fibers and improve colorfastness.
  6. Medicine: Ammonium benzoate may be used in pharmaceutical formulations for certain medical applications, such as topical treatments or as a component in laboratory reagents.
  7. Chemical Analysis: It is utilized in analytical chemistry techniques for various purposes, including precipitation reactions, titrations, and as a component in mobile phases for chromatography.
  8. Buffer Solution: Ammonium benzoate can be used as a component of buffer solutions in biochemical and molecular biology laboratories to help maintain a stable pH environment in experimental procedures.
  9. Paints and Coatings: It may be used in the formulation of paints, coatings, and varnishes as a component or additive for certain properties or purposes.
  10. Animal Feed: Ammonium benzoate can be included in animal feed formulations as a source of nitrogen and for certain nutritional purposes.