Ammonium formate
Also known as: Formic acid ammonium salt, Ammonium formiate, FORMIC ACID AMMONIUM SALT, AMMONIUM FORMIATE, Formic acid, ammonium salt
Ammonium formate (CAS 540-69-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula CH5NO2 and a molecular weight of 63.056 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 119-121 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 100.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.26 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 29.9ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. It is listed by 1 supplier; request a quote for pricing. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 540-69-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-29771-2
- Molecular Formula
- CH5NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 63.056 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
| Supplier | Purity / Pack | Base Price | Unit Price | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Made to Order | - | - | CN China |
Physicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 119-121 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 100.6ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.26 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 29.9ºC |
| Exact Mass | 63.032028 |
| PSA | 40.54000 |
| LogP | 0.66060 |
| Additional Property | soluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915120000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915120000 salts of formic acid。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Ammonium formate?
The CAS number of Ammonium formate is 540-69-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ammonium formate?
Ammonium formate has molecular formula CH5NO2 and molecular weight 63.056 g/mol.
Which suppliers offer Ammonium formate?
1 supplier(s) listed; request a quote for pricing.
Is Ammonium formate hazardous?
Ammonium formate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Ammonium formate?
For Ammonium formate, Upstream Products: 4,4-Dimethoxy-2-butanone, Methanimidic acid, (Z)-, Formic Acid; Downstream Products: 1,5-Dimethylhexylamine, (R)-(+)-Bornylamine, 2,2'-Dinaphthylamine.
Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.
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