Ammonium Perchlorate

Ammonium Perchlorate (CAS 7790-98-9, NH₄ClO₄) is a high-purity oxidizer widely used in aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. Available in various grades from trusted chemical suppliers.

Applications

• Aerospace Industry: Primarily used as a strong oxidizer in rocket propellants, such as solid fuel propellants.
• Military & Explosives: Used in the production of specialized explosives and pyrotechnic oxidizers to enhance combustion efficiency.
• Chemical Industry: Applied as a strong oxidizer in specific organic and inorganic synthesis processes, such as oxidation reactions.
• Laboratory Reagent: Utilized in chemical analysis, preparation of standard solutions, and catalytic synthesis research.
• Electronics Industry: Used in the production of special electronic materials, such as high-purity chemicals and electronic-grade reagents.
• Pulp & Paper Industry: Applied in paper bleaching or chemical treatment processes under certain conditions.
• Textile Industry: Used in specific chemical processes for textile treatment.

Hazard Identification

GHS Classification:

• Oxidizing Solid (Category 1)
• Acute Toxicity (Category 4, Inhalation)
• Skin Irritation (Category 2)
• Serious Eye Damage (Category 1)

Hazard Statements (H Codes):

• H271: May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer.
• H315: Causes skin irritation.
• H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
• H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Measures (P Codes):

• P210: Keep away from heat, open flames, sparks, and combustible materials.
• P220: Keep away from combustible and flammable substances.
• P280: Wear protective gloves, safety goggles, and face protection.
• P305+P351+P338: If in eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do.
• P370+P378: In case of fire, use large amounts of water for extinguishing. Do not use dry chemical extinguishers.

Storage & Safety

Storage Conditions:

• Store in a tightly sealed, cool, dry, and well-ventilated chemical storage area.
• Avoid direct sunlight and maintain a temperature below 30°C to prevent decomposition.
• Keep away from fire, heat sources, flammable materials, and reducing agents.

Moisture Protection:

• Store in a sealed container to prevent moisture absorption, caking, or decomposition.
• Use moisture-absorbing pads in storage areas to minimize humidity exposure.
• Apply desiccants to regulate humidity and keep relative humidity below 50%.

Safety Precautions:

• Wear protective gloves, safety goggles, and a dust mask when handling to prevent inhalation or skin contact.
• Use non-sparking tools and avoid friction, impact, or strong vibrations.
• Do not store with flammable materials, strong reducers, organic compounds, or acids to prevent hazardous reactions.
• Conduct weighing and transfer operations in a well-ventilated area or fume hood to minimize exposure risks.
• In case of a spill, use dry inert absorbent materials (such as sand or vermiculite) to collect and transfer the material to a safe area. Do not rinse spills with water.