Hydroxylamine Sulfate CAS No. 10039-54-0

Agrochemicals 2025-03-02

Hydroxylamine Sulfate 

CAS No.: 10039-54-0 | EC No.: 233-118-8


1. Chemical Identification

Property Specification
IUPAC Name Hydroxylammonium sulfate
Molecular Formula (NH₃OH)₂·H₂SO₄
Molecular Weight 164.14 g/mol
Appearance White crystalline solid
Density 1.88 g/cm³
Melting Point 170°C (decomposes)
Water Solubility 329 g/L at 20°C
pH 3.6 (10g/L solution)

Synonyms:
Hydroxylamine sulphate, Oxammonium sulfate


2. Key Applications

Industrial Processes
  • Caprolactam Production: Key raw material for nylon-6 synthesis
  • Rubber Industry: Vulcanization accelerator
  • Polymer Chemistry:
    ✓ Polymerization catalyst
    ✓ Monomer purification
Agrochemical Synthesis
  • Pesticide Intermediates:
    ✓ Isoxazole derivatives
    ✓ Hydroxamic acid compounds
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
  • Vitamin Synthesis: B₆ and B₁₂ production
  • Sulfa Drugs: Intermediate for antimicrobial agents

3. Product Advantages

✔ High Reactivity – Effective reducing/nucleophilic agent
✔ Process Versatility – Multiple industrial applications
✔ Controlled Decomposition – Predictable thermal behavior


4. Physical & Chemical Properties

  • Thermal Stability:
    • Stable at room temperature
    • Decomposes at >170°C to N₂O + (NH₄)₂SO₄
  • Redox Potential: Strong reducing agent (E° = -1.35V)

5. Handling & Storage

Parameter Requirement
Storage Temp <30°C (dry environment)
Packaging 25kg polyethylene-lined drums
Shelf Life 36 months
Special Notes Incompatible with strong oxidizers

6. Safety Information

Danger!

  • H290: May be corrosive to metals
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed
  • H351: Suspected of causing cancer

Protective Measures:

  • P280: Wear protective gloves/eye protection
  • P301+P312: IF SWALLOWED: Call poison center
  • P308+P313: IF exposed: Seek medical advice

7. Quality Specifications

  • Purity: ≥99.0% (titration)
  • Sulfate Content: 58-60%
  • Heavy Metals: ≤10 ppm

Disclaimer:
This material requires special handling due to carcinogenic potential. Users must implement proper engineering controls and PPE in accordance with local regulations.