Ammonium sulfide

CAS Number
12135-76-1
EC Number
235-223-4
FEMA Number
FEMA 2053

What is Ammonium sulfide?

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.

Where is Ammonium sulfide used?

  • Food and flavor manufacturing: FEMA 2053-listed flavoring agent for roasted, meaty or savory profiles in processed foods
  • Flavor houses: incorporated into reaction flavor systems
  • During thermal processing, controlled sulfur release generates target aroma compounds.
  • Agriculture: nitrogen and sulfur source in specialty fertilizers for sulfur-deficient soils
  • Chemical synthesis: reagent for controlled introduction of sulfide ions

Commercial specifications

  • Aqueous solution, concentration typically 40–44% in commercial grades

Other Names (Synonyms)

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

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What are the physical properties of Ammonium sulfide?

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)

How is Ammonium sulfide classified and handled safely? Learn More

Danger
GHS05· Corrosive GHS06· Toxic

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.

Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Ammonium sulfide?

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