HYDROXYLAMINE NITRATE 

Molecular Formula: H4N2O4

CAS: 13465-08-2

Synonyms: Hydroxylammonium nitrate; hydroxyazanium nitrate; hydroxylamine nitrate 

Properties

- Hydroxylamine nitrate is colorless crystals or white crystalline powder, soluble in water, soluble in ethanol and ether.

- It belongs to the potent oxidizing agent, easy to explode with organic substances, and also a reducing agent.

- Hydroxylamine nitrate has a pungent odor, high density, and produces toxic gases when exposed to fire.

Uses

- Hydroxyazanium nitrate is widely used in oxidation, reduction and synthesis reactions in the chemical industry.

- Hydroxyazanium nitrate is also used as a reducing agent for diazophenol salts and as an oxidizing agent for metals and non-metals.

Preparation

- Hydroxyazanium nitrate can be prepared by reacting ammonia with Nitric acid. The reaction process requires heating, followed by cooling and crystallization to obtain the product.

Safety Information

- Hydroxylamine nitrate is a highly irritating and corrosive compound that can cause severe burns on contact with skin or eyes.

- It is an oxidizing agent and a flammable substance and care should be taken when using it with flammable materials to avoid fire or explosion.

- Personal protective equipment such as protective eyewear, gloves and lab coat are required during operation, and good ventilation of the operating environment should be ensured.

- Avoid contact with organic substances, combustible substances, flammable gases and reducing agents when storing to avoid hazardous situations.

- When using or handling hydroxylamine nitrate, follow the relevant safety regulations and select appropriate protective measures according to the actual situation.