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Ammonium Perchlorate (AP)

Ammonium perchlorate (AP) is a colorless crystalline compound with the chemical formula NH₄ClO₄. It is a strong oxidizing agent with a wide range of industrial and military applications.

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Product Description

Ammonium perchlorate (AP) is a colorless crystalline compound with the chemical formula NH₄ClO₄. It is a strong oxidizing agent with a wide range of industrial and military applications.

CS No.: 7790-98-9.

Properties

Colorless crystals
Solubility: soluble in water
Melting point: around 240°C (decomposition)

Parameter		Data
		Ⅰ		Ⅱ
		A	B	Ⅱ
Ammonium perchlorate ω/%	≥	99.50	99.00	99.00
Moisture content ω/	≤	0.05	0.10	4.50
Substances that are Insoluble in water ω/%	≤	0.05	0.20	0.20
Chloride（NaCl) ω/	≤	0.15	0.20	0.50
Chlorate（NaClO3) ω/%	≤	0.02	0.04	0.08
Sulfate ash ω/%	≤	0.25	0.40
Iron(Fe) ω/%	≤	0.001
Thermal stability[(177±2)℃]/h	＞	3.00
pH(Saturated solution)		4.3-5.8
The particle size of the product can be customized according to customer requirements and measured in accordance with the experimental methods specified in this standard.

Applications

Rocket propellants

Ammonium perchlorate is an important component of solid rocket propellants and provides a powerful thrust when mixed with fuel.

Explosives

Due to its strong oxidizing properties, ammonium perchlorate is also used in some types of explosives.

Fireworks

It is used as an oxidizer in fireworks to help burn other components.

Security and Handling

Ammonium perchlorate is a strong oxidizing agent that must be handled carefully to avoid contact with reducing agents, flammable substances, or organic materials, in order to prevent violent reactions or explosions. When storing, keep away from heat and fire sources, and wear appropriate protective equipment such as gloves and goggles during use.

Chemical reaction

Decomposition reaction:

Ammonium perchlorate decomposes at high temperatures to produce nitrogen, water vapor and chlorine.

2NH4ClO4→N2+2H2O+2ClO2

Due to its wide range of applications and potential hazards, the handling of ammonium perchlorate requires strict adherence to safety procedures to ensure that it is operated in a safe environment.