Characteristic
Ammonium bisulfate, also known as ammonium hydrogen sulfate, is a white, crystalline solid with the formula (NH4)HSO4. It is the product of the half-neutralization of sulfuric acid by ammonia. It can be further neutralized with ammonia to form ammonium sulfate, a valuable fertilizer.
Chemical formula:(NH4)HSO4
Molar mass :115.11 g/mol
Appearance: White solid
Density: 1.78 g/cm3
Melting point :147 °C (297 °F; 420 K)
Solubility in water:Very soluble
Solubility in other solvents: Soluble in methanol;insoluble in acetone
Application
Ammonium hydrogen sulfate is used as pharmaceutical intermediates and chemical reagents.