Ammonium hydroxide
CAS number: 1336-21-6
Synonyms: Ammonia solution, strong; Ammonia water; Aqua ammonium; Spirit of Hartshorn
Industry claims found in: cured pork
Possible physical or functional effects: Leavening agents; pH control agents; Processing aids; Solvents and vehicles; Surface-finishing agents
Properties: industry claims FDA GRAS; used in cigarettes
Toxicology: LD50 (oral, rat) 350 mg/kg; poison by ingestion; inhalation irritant; severe eye irritant; liq. can inflict burns; heated to decomp., emits NH3 and NOx