Ammonium carbonate
Also known as: Hartshorn salt, Diammonium carbonate, Sal volatile, Carbonate d'ammoniaque, Hartshorn
Ammonium carbonate (CAS 506-87-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula CH8N2O3 and a molecular weight of 96.086 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 58 °C, a boiling point of 333.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 2.7 (vs air) and a flash point of 169.8ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 506-87-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-1321034-9
- Molecular Formula
- CH8N2O3
- Molecular Weight
- 96.086 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 58 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 333.6ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 2.7 (vs air) |
| Flash Point | 169.8ºC |
| Exact Mass | 96.053490 |
| PSA | 64.01000 |
| LogP | 0.87020 |
| Additional Property | 2.7 (vs air) |
| Additional Property | SOLUBLE |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2923900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2923900090 other quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Ammonium carbonate?
The CAS number of Ammonium carbonate is 506-87-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ammonium carbonate?
Ammonium carbonate has molecular formula CH8N2O3 and molecular weight 96.086 g/mol.
Is Ammonium carbonate hazardous?
Ammonium carbonate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Ammonium carbonate?
For Ammonium carbonate, Upstream Products: Carbon dioxide, Ammonia; Downstream Products: 8-Amino-1,4-dioxaspiro[4.5]decane-8-carboxylic acid, 5,5-Dibenzylimidazolidine-2,4-dione, 5-Propylhydantoin.
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