Ammonium hydroxide
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Ammonium hydroxide
CAS number
1336-21-6
Synonyms
Ammonia solution, strong; Ammonia water; Aqua ammonium; Spirit of Hartshorn
Industry claims found in
cured pork
Possible physical or functional effects
Leavening agents; pH control agents; Processing aids; Solvents and vehicles; Surface-finishing agents
Properties
industry claims FDA GRAS; used in cigarettes
Toxicology
LD50 (oral, rat) 350 mg/kg; poison by ingestion; inhalation irritant; severe eye irritant; liq. can inflict burns; heated to decomp., emits NH3 and NOx
