OriginProduced synthetically from ammonia and carbon dioxide through chemical combination. Manufactured via the Solvay process or direct synthesis of ammonia with CO2 gas.
Ammonium carbonate appears as a colorless crystalline solid or a white powder with a strong odor of ammonia. Noncombustible. The primary hazard is the threat to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit spread to the environment. Used to make other ammonium compounds, in pharmaceuticals, in food processing.
Solubility Soluble in water
Formula
CH8N2O3
Mol. Weight
96.09
CAS #
10361-29-2
Form
Powder
State
Ammonium carbonate appears as a colorless crystalline solid or a white powder with a strong odor of ammonia. Noncombustible. The primary hazard is the threat to the environment. Immediate steps should
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Buffering
Stabilizes pH
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Mixed Eye Irritation Results
1 study / 1 mixed / reactions slight to moderate (CIR 722)
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