CAS 1066-33-7
Ammonium Bicarbonate
CAS 1066-33-7CH5NO379.056 g/mol
Ammonium Bicarbonate (CAS 1066-33-7) is widely used as a leavening agent in baking and as a nitrogen source in various agricultural applications. In industries such as food processing and pharmaceuticals, it plays a crucial role in enhancing product stability and performance. Known for its versatility, this white powder is highly soluble in water, making it suitable for diverse formulations.
Main applicationBaking - Used as a leavening agent to produce carbon dioxide,
Ammonium Bicarbonate is significant for food processors and agricultural producers, supporting product quality through effective leavening and nitrogen supply. Its multifaceted applications make it a staple in diverse industries, from baking to pharmaceuticals, proving its economic value and functional importance.
Also known as
- AMMONIUM BICARBONATE
- Ammonium hydrogencarbonate
- Ammonium hydrogen carbonate
- Monoammonium carbonate
- Carbonic acid
- monoammonium salt
- Acid ammonium carbonate
- Ammonium acid carbonate
- Ammonium hydrogencarbonat

Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Available in 25 kg bags.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 1066-33-7
- Chemical formula
- CH5NO3
- Molecular weight
- 79.056 g/mol
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- White powder
- Density
- 1.586 g/cm³
- Density
- 1.586 g/cm³
- Melting Point
- 107 °C
- Solubility
- Freely soluble in water
- pH
- 8.0
Ammonium Bicarbonate is composed of CH5NO3 and has a molecular weight of 79.056 g/mol. This compound exhibits a density of 1.586 g/cm³ and melts at approximately 107 °C, decomposing upon reaching this temperature. Its moderate pH of about 8.0 in a 5% solution ensures it is compatible with various formulations. When ordering, buyers should specify the required pack size and concentration, which is typically supplied in the standard 25 kg bags.
Delivery
Ammonium Bicarbonate is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Baking - Used as a leavening agent to produce carbon dioxide,
- Fertilizers - Provides nitrogen to soils for plant growth,
- Fire extinguishers - Acts as an ingredient in chemical formulations,
- Pharmaceuticals - Utilized in the production of certain medications,
- Food preservation - Helps regulate pH and preserve freshness.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Enhances dough rise for improved baked goods,
- Provides essential nitrogen, aiding plant growth,
- Contributes to effective fire suppression mechanisms,
- Ensures pH stability in pharmaceutical formulations,
- Acts as a natural preservative for various foods.
Quality assurance
- Batches are checked against the specification values listed above before dispatch.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Ammonium Bicarbonate?
The CAS registry number for Ammonium Bicarbonate is 1066-33-7. Its chemical formula is CH5NO3, with a molecular weight of 79.056 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for Ammonium Bicarbonate?
Ammonium Bicarbonate is also referred to as AMMONIUM BICARBONATE, Ammonium hydrogencarbonate, Ammonium hydrogen carbonate, Monoammonium carbonate, Carbonic acid and monoammonium salt. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Ammonium Bicarbonate is supplied?
Ammonium Bicarbonate is supplied as Technical grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does Ammonium Bicarbonate look like?
Ammonium Bicarbonate is described as white powder. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Ammonium Bicarbonate used for?
Common applications include baking - Used as a leavening agent to produce carbon dioxide,, fertilizers - Provides nitrogen to soils for plant growth,, fire extinguishers - Acts as an ingredient in chemical formulations,, pharmaceuticals - Utilized in the production of certain medications, and food preservation - Helps regulate pH and preserve freshness.. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Ammonium Bicarbonate?
Ammonium Bicarbonate is supplied to the Food Processing & Beverage, Agriculture & Agrochemicals, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare and Cleaning & Detergents sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Ammonium Bicarbonate available in?
Available in 25 kg bags. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.PubChem CID 14013pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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