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Ammonium sulfide

CAS: 12135-76-1

Overview

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 Pointdecomposes [HAW93]
Boiling Point40.0 °C
Density1 g/mL at 25 °C
Flash Point90 °F
AppearanceAmmonium 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.
ColorYellow to orange
OdorAmmonia odour
FormLiquid
Water SolubilityMiscible with water, alcohol and liquid ammonia.
Vapor Pressure600 hPa at 20 °C
Refractive Indexn 20/D 1.467
pH9.5 (450g/L in H2O)

Safety & Handling

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 Code28309090
UN Number2683
ADR Class8
Packing GroupII

Other Names

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

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Chemical Properties

CAS Number
12135-76-1
EC Number
235-223-4
Mol. Weight
68.15
HS Code
28309090

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