Ammonium Sulphate (NH₄)₂SO₄ Ammonium sulphate is a...

Ammonium Sulphate (NH₄)₂SO₄ Ammonium sulphate is a white crystalline salt primarily used as a nitrogen fertilizer, but also plays key roles in industries like chemicals, textiles, food processing, and pharmaceuticals. 🔍 Sources of Ammonium Sulphate 🔹 1. By-Product Recovery Caprolactam production (nylon industry) – Major industrial source (e.g., GSFC, Gujarat; RCF, Maharashtra) Coke oven gas processing (steel plants) Flue gas desulfurization from power plants and waste incinerators 🔹 2. Synthetic Production Neutralization of Ammonia with Sulfuric Acid: 2 𝑁 𝐻 3 + 𝐻 2 𝑆 𝑂 4 → ( 𝑁 𝐻 4 ) 2 𝑆 𝑂 4 2NH 3 ​ +H 2 ​ SO 4 ​ →(NH 4 ​ ) 2 ​ SO 4 ​ This method is used when by-product supply is low or inconsistent. 🇮🇳 Major Indian Producers GSFC – Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals RCF – Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilizers (Mumbai) IFFCO – Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Deepak Fertilisers Laxmi Enterprise, Vadodara – Trader & bulk distributor 🏭 Applications of Ammonium Sulphate in Different Industries Industry Application How It’s Used 🌾 Agriculture Nitrogen fertilizer (21% N) Widely used in acidic and alkaline soils; promotes leaf growth 🧪 Chemical Industry Raw material Used to produce ammonium persulfate, sulphamic acid 🧵 Textile Industry Dye fixative Helps in mordanting; neutralizes alkaline residues 🧫 Pharmaceuticals / Lab Protein purification 'Salting out' agent in biotech and research labs 🧼 Detergents / Personal Care Additive Buffers pH in cosmetics, shampoos 🍲 Food Processing (limited) Additive (E517) pH regulator in bread & processed foods (regulated use) 🧯 Fire Extinguishers Powder formulation Ingredient in dry chemical fire suppressants 🏭 Leather & Tanning pH controller Used in pickling process in tanneries 📘 Product Grades & Forms Grade Use Case Fertilizer Grade Granular or Crystalline (most common) Technical Grade Industrial, textile, chemical synthesis Reagent/Pharma Grade Laboratory and biotech use 🌿 Agricultural Benefits Supplies nitrogen (N) and sulphur (S) – essential nutrients for crop growth. Suitable for alkaline soils – slightly acidifies soil, helping nutrient uptake. Commonly applied to: rice, sugarcane, wheat, fruits, vegetables, pulses ⚠️ Safety & Environmental Notes Non-flammable, low toxicity Avoid overuse: can lead to soil acidification and eutrophication in water bodies Store in dry, cool places – absorbs moisture 📦 Packaging & Supply 50 kg HDPE bags or jumbo bags Available in crystals, granules, or powder Gujarat has steady supply via producers & distributors like Laxmi Enterprise, Vadodara 📲 WhatsApp Message for Ammonium Sulphate Marketing 🌾 LAXMI ENTERPRISE – Vadodara 📦 Trusted Trader of Ammonium Sulphate (Fertilizer & Technical Grade) 🔹 21% Nitrogen | High-Purity Crystalline 🔹 Used in: 🌱 Farming | 🏭 Chemicals | 🧵 Textiles | 🧫 Labs 📍 Bulk supply across Gujarat, MP, Maharashtra & Rajasthan 📦 Ready stock | 💼 GST & Lab Reports available 📞 Call/WhatsApp: +91-9824840051 🌐 www.laxmienterprise.net 📧 anand@laxmienterprise.net laxmienterprise1981@gmail.com