Description
Ammonium Sulphate 99% | Agricultural Fertilizer & Laboratory Grade
High Purity Ammonium Sulphate for Plant Nutrition and Protein Research
Ammonium Sulphate – 98.5%, 99% Purity (AR / ACS / LAB Grade) is a versatile inorganic compound (CAS No. 7783-20-2) essential for agricultural, biochemical, and analytical applications. This premium-grade salt appears as colorless to white crystalline solids with the chemical formula (NH₄)₂SO₄, offering exceptional water solubility and compatibility across diverse industrial and research applications.
Our analytical-grade Ammonium Sulphate, available in both 98.5% and 99% purity levels with AR, ACS, and LAB grade certifications, delivers superior performance in nitrogen fertilization, protein precipitation, and analytical chemistry procedures. The crystalline structure and high purity ensure reliable performance while maintaining compatibility with biological systems and analytical methodologies.
Agricultural Fertilizer Applications of Premium Ammonium Sulphate
In modern agriculture, Ammonium Sulphate serves as a critical nitrogen-rich fertilizer particularly valued for its soil conditioning properties and alkaline soil correction capabilities. Agricultural professionals utilize its slight acidity to improve nutrient availability in high pH soils while providing essential nitrogen for optimal plant growth and development.
The compound’s dual nitrogen and sulfur content makes it especially valuable for crops requiring both nutrients, including cereals, legumes, and oil crops. Its excellent water solubility ensures rapid nutrient availability while the sulfur component supports protein synthesis and chlorophyll formation in plants.
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Biochemical and Protein Research Applications
The biotechnology and research industries extensively utilize analytical-grade Ammonium Sulphate for protein precipitation and purification procedures. Biochemical researchers rely on its high ionic strength and biocompatibility for selective protein precipitation, enzyme purification, and protein crystallization applications in molecular biology laboratories.
Research professionals appreciate Ammonium Sulphate’s ability to precipitate proteins without denaturing them, enabling recovery of active enzymes and proteins for further analysis. Its compatibility with biological molecules makes it indispensable for protein chemistry, biochemical analysis, and biotechnology research applications.
According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, ammonium sulfate precipitation remains a fundamental technique in protein purification and biochemical research due to its effectiveness and biocompatibility.
Analytical Chemistry and Laboratory Applications
Analytical laboratories utilize high-purity Ammonium Sulphate as a buffering agent, analytical reagent, and standard reference material for various analytical procedures. The compound’s consistent composition and high purity make it valuable for analytical chemistry, quality control testing, and research applications requiring precise chemical standards.
Laboratory professionals employ it in buffer preparation, ionic strength adjustment, and specialized analytical techniques where controlled ionic conditions are essential. Its stability and consistent performance ensure reliable analytical results across diverse testing methodologies.
Industrial Manufacturing and Processing Uses
Industrial facilities incorporate Ammonium Sulphate into electroplating processes, industrial salt formulations, and specialized manufacturing applications requiring controlled nitrogen and sulfur sources. The compound’s chemical stability and water solubility make it valuable for various industrial processes including metal finishing, chemical synthesis, and specialty chemical production.
Manufacturing applications include its use in flame retardant formulations, textile processing, and industrial cleaning applications where controlled chemical properties are essential for consistent product quality and performance.
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Technical Specifications and Quality Standards
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Ammonium Sulphate |
| CAS Number | 7783-20-2 |
| HS Code | 3102.21.00 |
| Purity | 98.5%, 99% |
| Appearance | Colorless to White Crystals |
| Grade | AR / ACS / LAB |
| Molecular Formula | (NH₄)₂SO₄ |
| Molecular Weight | 132.14 g/mol |
| Solubility | Highly Soluble in Water |
| pH (1% Solution) | ~5.5–6.5 |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Shelf Life | Stable Indefinitely Under Proper Storage |
Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Applications
Molecular biology laboratories extensively use Ammonium Sulphate for DNA and RNA isolation procedures, enzyme storage, and protein stabilization applications. The compound’s ability to maintain protein structure while providing controlled ionic conditions makes it valuable for enzyme preservation, protein storage, and biochemical assay procedures.
Biotechnology applications include its use in fermentation media, cell culture supplements, and bioprocessing applications where controlled nitrogen sources are required for optimal microbial growth and metabolite production.
The American Chemical Society recognizes ammonium sulfate as an essential biochemical reagent with specific applications in protein chemistry and molecular biology research.
Packaging Solutions and Storage Requirements
Our analytical-grade Ammonium Sulphate is available in multiple packaging configurations designed to maintain product purity and prevent moisture absorption:
- Sealed HDPE bags (1kg, 5kg, 25kg) for agricultural and research applications
- Industrial HDPE drums (50kg, 100kg) for large-scale manufacturing operations
- Laboratory containers (100g, 500g, 1kg) for research and analytical use
- Moisture-resistant packaging with proper sealing for extended storage stability
When stored properly in sealed, dry containers under ambient conditions, the compound remains stable indefinitely, ensuring long-term reliability for critical applications across agricultural, research, and industrial sectors.
Quality Assurance and Analytical Certification
Each batch of analytical-grade Ammonium Sulphate undergoes comprehensive quality testing including purity analysis, heavy metals determination, moisture content assessment, and pH verification. Our quality control procedures ensure compliance with AR, ACS, and LAB grade specifications, providing consistent performance across different applications.
Complete Certificate of Analysis documentation accompanies every shipment, including detailed analytical data, batch traceability information, and compliance verification with international chemical and agricultural standards. This comprehensive documentation supports regulatory requirements and quality assurance protocols in agricultural and research applications.
Global Agricultural and Research Supply
Our analytical-grade Ammonium Sulphate is available for worldwide distribution with specialized logistics support for agricultural and research markets. We maintain strategic inventory locations across key agricultural regions to ensure reliable supply chain management and prompt delivery to customers throughout South Africa, SADC region, and international markets.
Technical support services include application guidance for agricultural use, protein precipitation protocols, and analytical method recommendations to optimize Ammonium Sulphate performance in specific applications.
