Description
Ammonium Chloride (NH₄Cl) is a widely used chemical raw material
- Industrial Uses
Dry Batteries: Ammonium chloride is a primary electrolyte component in zinc-carbon dry batteries.
Metal Processing: Used as a flux and cleaning agent in metal welding, soldering, and galvanizing to remove metal oxides and promote better bonding.
Textile and Dyeing: Acts as a dyeing auxiliary, helping dyes adhere to fibers more effectively.
Leather Industry: Used in the dehairing and tanning process of leather production.
- Pharmaceutical Uses
Expectorant: Ammonium chloride can stimulate bronchial secretion and help with sputum expulsion.
Diuretic: Used to acidify urine and assist in the treatment of certain diseases.
- Agricultural Uses
Nitrogen Fertilizer: Ammonium chloride is an important nitrogen fertilizer, suitable for crops such as rice and wheat.
- Food Additive
Regulator: In some countries, it is allowed as a food additive (such as a dough conditioner, code E510), but usage is strictly limited.
- Laboratory Uses
Chemical Reagent: Used to prepare buffer solutions and as a source of ammonia gas.
Analytical Chemistry: Used for testing certain metal ions.
- Other Uses
Cooling Bath: Mixed with ammonium nitrate and other substances to create low-temperature cooling baths.
Fireworks and Firecrackers: Used as a component in fireworks.
