Introduction to Ammonium Chloride (NH₄Cl)

Ammonium Chloride is a white crystalline salt composed of ammonia (NH₃) and hydrochloric acid (HCl). It is widely used in both سمادوعلف الحيوانات industries for its excellent nitrogen content and functional roles. It is available in multiple grades—fertilizer grade, feed grade، ودرجة صناعية, depending on the intended use and purity level.

1. Ammonium Chloride – Fertilizer Grade

Function and Benefits:

• Acts as a fast-acting nitrogen source (25% N content) for crops.

• Especially suitable for rice, wheat, cotton, maize، وvegetables.

• Promotes vegetative growth and improves crop yield.

• مناسب لalkaline soils, as it slightly acidifies the root zone.

Specifications (Typical):

• Synthetic Ammonium Chloride: High-purity product, chemically produced.

• By-product Ammonium Chloride: Derived from soda ash or other industrial processes (e.g., Solvay process); cost-effective and widely used in bulk agriculture.

2. Ammonium Chloride – Feed Grade

Function and Benefits:

• يستخدم كـurinary acidifier in ruminants and poultry to maintain electrolyte balance.

• يساعد على منعurinary calculi and metabolic disorders in animals, especially in cattle, sheep, goats, and pets.

• Enhances feed efficiency and supports animal health.

Specifications (Typical):

Complies with standards set by FAO/WHO, EU Feed Additive Regulations، وChina GB/T standards for feed grade products.

3. Comparison: Fertilizer Grade vs. Feed Grade Ammonium Chloride

Applications Overview

• درجة الأسمدة: Base fertilizer, top-dressing, used alone or blended in NPK formulations.

• درجة التغذية: Cattle, poultry, sheep, and pet diets to support health and prevent metabolic disorders.

• Other Uses: Some industrial and pharmaceutical uses exist, but require specialized grades.