Mono Ammonium Phosphate
Ammonium dihydrogen phosphate is the ammonium salt of phosphoric acid (molar ratio 1:1). It contains a dihydrogenphosphate. ADP is a major ingredient of agricultural fertilizers and some fire extinguishers. It also has significant uses in optics and electronics.
- Synonyms
- Ammonium dihydrogen phosphate, Ammonium biphosphate, MONOAMMONIUM PHOSPHATE, Ammonium acid phosphate, Ammonium dihydrogen orthophosphate, Phosphoric acid, monoammonium salt, ADP
- Chemical Formula
- NH4H2PO4
- CAS Number
- 7722-76-1
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 115.03 g/mol
- Melting Point
- 190 °C
- Forms
- Powder (dry), White, Granular, Pellets
Uses and Applications
Key applications
- Baking
- Ceramics
- Pulp and paper
- Wine production
- Fertiliser
- Textile handling
- Acidifying agent