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Ammonium sulfide

CAS
12135-76-1
EC
235-223-4
Mol. Weight
68.15 g/mol

Description

Ammonium sulfide (CAS 12135-76-1), also known as diammonium sulfide, is a sulfur-containing ammonium salt used commercially as a flavoring agent and chemical intermediate. It contributes characteristic savory and sulfurous notes that replicate naturally occurring flavor profiles.

In food and flavor manufacturing, it is used as a FEMA 2053-listed flavoring agent to develop roasted, meaty, or savory taste profiles in processed food products. Flavor houses incorporate it into reaction flavor systems.

During thermal processing, controlled sulfur release generates target aroma compounds essential for authentic food profiles. In agriculture, it functions as a nitrogen and sulfur source in specialty fertilizer formulations targeting sulfur-deficient soils.

It also serves as a reagent in chemical synthesis where controlled introduction of sulfide ions is required. Ammonium sulfide is supplied primarily as an aqueous solution, with concentration typically ranging from 40–44% in commercial grades.

Food-grade material is available in compliance with FEMA designation requirements for flavoring applications. Technical-grade solution is also offered for agricultural and industrial use cases to meet specific manufacturing needs.

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Physical Properties

Melting Point decomposes [HAW93]
Boiling Point 40.0 °C
Density 1 g/mL at 25 °C
Flash Point 90 °F
Appearance Ammonium sulfide is a yellow crystalline (sugar or sand-like) material, commonly found in liquid solution, which is flammable. Solution has an odor of rotten eggs.
Color Yellow to orange
Odor Ammonia odour
Form Liquid
Water Solubility Miscible with water, alcohol and liquid ammonia.
Vapor Pressure 600 hPa at 20 °C
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.467
pH 9.5 (450g/L in H2O)

Safety & Handling (Learn More)

Danger GHS05 GHS06
Hazard Statements
H301 Toxic if swallowed
H312 Harmful in contact with skin
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary Statements
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P316 Get emergency medical help immediately.
P317 Get emergency medical help.
P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label).
P330 Rinse mouth.
P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.
P301+P316 Get emergency medical help immediately.
P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P301+P330+P331 Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P302+P361+P354 IF ON SKIN: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
P305+P354+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Trade & Regulatory

HS Code 28309090
UN Number 2683
ADR Class 8
Packing Group II

Documentation

Other Names

Diammonium sulfide|Ammonium sulphide|Ammonium monosulfide|True ammonium sulfide|Ammonium sulfide, true|DIAMMONIUM SULPHIDE|2H0Q32TDFZ|Ammonium sulfide ((nh4)2S)

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