Ammonium Acetate, 1Kg Scharlau, Spain
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৳3675.0
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Uses of Ammonium Acetate
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Ammonium acetate is commonly used as a food acidifying agent. It changes or controls the alkalinity or acidity of the food. It is commonly employed in the Knoevenagel condensation technique as a catalyst. During biosynthesis, the Borch reaction uses the molecule as one of the sources of ammonia.
Product Description
Production of Ammonium Acetate Generally, Ammonium Acetate is obtained in two methods: By neutralizing acetic acid with ammonium carbonate ((NH4)2CO3) or By saturating glacial acetic acid (CH3COOH) with ammonia (NH3). Ammonium Acetate Chemical Reactions It functions as a precursor to acetamide. The reaction is as follows: NH4CH3CO2 → CH3C(O)NH2 + H2O Also, it is used as a diuretic. Health Hazards Inhaling dust causes irritation in the mouth and nose. Swallowing this compound irritates the stomach and mouth. When it comes in contact with eyes and skin can cause rashes.