CAS 7664-41-7: Ammonia (NH3)

Identity

CAS Number7664-41-7
Molecular FormulaNH3
IUPAC Nameazane
Molecular Weight17.03 g/mol
SMILESN
Synonymsanhydrous ammonia, ammonia gas, spirit of hartshorn

2D Structure

Physical Properties

Density0.682 g/mL at 25°C
Boiling Point-33.34°C
Melting Point-77.73°C
Flash Point-52.0°C
Vapor Pressure1000.0 kPa at 20°C
Refractive IndexnD = 1.335
Dielectric Constantε = 22.0

Safety & GHS Classification

GHS04GHS06Irritant

Storage: Store as compressed gas or refrigerated liquid. Use in well-ventilated area — pungent odor at 5 ppm. Gas is lighter than air. Anhydrous ammonia is extremely corrosive to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. Keep away from oxidizers and ignition sources.

Material Compatibility Matrix

Plastics

MaterialRating
PTFEExcellent
PVCGood
PEExcellent
PPExcellent
PEEKExcellent
PVDFExcellent

Rubbers

MaterialRating
VitonGood
NBRGood
EPDMExcellent
SiliconeGood
FKMGood

Metals

MaterialRating
Stainless 316Excellent
AluminumGood
CopperPoor
BrassPoor

Applications

External References: PubChem

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