Ammonium hydroxide

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

Ammonia; Ammonia water; CAS No 1336-21-6

Definition
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Ammonium hydroxide is the aqueous solution of ammonia. Because it is able to neutralize acids, ammonium hydroxide is used in the treatment of drinking water. It is also used to break down milk protein, cocoa products and egg products.

Field of application/use
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Food additive (E 527)

Acidity regulator

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Incoming links (2)

E 527; Food additives (overview);

Outgoing links (1)

Food additives, various additives (e-numbers 500 - 949);

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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