- Production:
- Diammonium phosphate is obtained by the reaction of ammonia and phosphoric acid.
- Applications:
- Food Industry: Diammonium phosphate is used as a leavening agent in some food products to help them rise.
- Agriculture: It is used as a fertilizer in agricultural applications
Diammonium Phosphate Properties
- Chemical Formula: (NH4)2HPO4
- Molecular Weight: Approximately 132.06 g/mol
- Physical State: White crystalline powder or granules
- Odor: Odorless
- Solubility: Highly soluble in water
- Hazard Symbols: Contact with skin and eyes may cause irritation