Description

Ammonium Formate is a versatile and highly soluble ammonium salt of formic acid, widely recognized for its utility as a reducing agent and a source of formate ions. Its importance lies in providing a safer, non-toxic alternative to more hazardous reagents in various chemical syntheses and industrial processes. This compound is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, analytical chemistry, and textile industries, where precise chemical control and high purity are paramount.

Application

• As a reducing agent in catalytic transfer hydrogenation reactions, particularly in pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis.
• As a buffer component and mobile phase additive in High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) for analytical separations.
• As a precursor for formic acid generation in-situ for specific organic synthesis pathways.
• In leather tanning and textile processing as a pH regulator and reducing agent.
• As a corrosion inhibitor and de-icing agent in specialized formulations.
• For laboratory research in biochemistry and molecular biology as a component of lysis buffers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ammonium Formate
CAS No.	540-69-2
Molecular Formula	CH5NO2 / HCOONH4
Molecular Weight	63.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Formic Acid Ammonium Salt; Ammonium Formiate; Formiate d'ammonium; Ammonium Methanoate; Azanium Formate; EINECS 208-753-9
EINECS	208-753-9

Quality Control

Our Ammonium Formate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the required specifications for purity, identity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available for every shipment upon request, providing full traceability and compliance assurance for your quality protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can lead to caking and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 7.5
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.005 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.