What is Ammonium Oxalate Monohydrate?
Ammonium Oxalate Monohydrate ((NH4)2C2O4.H2O) is the ammonium salt of oxalic acid, supplied as a stable, white crystalline solid containing one water molecule of crystallisation. It is widely valued for its strong chelating ability toward calcium and certain other metal ions, as well as its established role as a precise analytical reagent in laboratory chemistry, particularly for calcium determination and various volumetric analysis procedures.
Polychem Industries supplies Ammonium Oxalate Monohydrate in industrial grade and laboratory grade to metal cleaning product manufacturers, ceramic producers, textile processors, and analytical laboratories across India and internationally. Its dual role as both an effective industrial cleaning and chelating agent, and a precise, well-characterised analytical reagent, makes it a valuable specialty chemical across both industrial and laboratory settings.
Available Grades
| Grade | Form | Purity | Standard | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial Grade | White crystalline powder | 99%+ (Industrial / Laboratory Grade) | Industrial | Metal cleaning, rust removal, ceramics, textile processing |
| Laboratory Grade | White crystalline powder | 99.5%+ | Analytical / Reagent | Analytical chemistry, calcium determination, volumetric analysis |
Applications & Uses
Metal Cleaning & Rust Removal
Used in metal cleaning and rust removal formulations, where its chelating action helps dissolve and remove iron oxide (rust) deposits and certain other metal oxide stains from metal surfaces.
Analytical Chemistry & Calcium Determination
One of the most well-established laboratory applications. Ammonium Oxalate is used as a precise analytical reagent for the precipitation and quantitative determination of calcium in various analytical chemistry procedures, including water hardness testing and mineral analysis.
Ceramics & Glaze Processing
Used in certain ceramic processing applications, taking advantage of its specific chemical properties in glaze and clay body formulation processes.
Textile Processing
Used in certain textile processing applications, including specific bleaching and finishing processes where its chemical properties provide functional benefits in fabric treatment.
Volumetric Analysis & Standardisation
Used as a primary standard or reference material in certain volumetric analytical procedures, valued for its well-defined, stable chemical composition suited to precise analytical work.
Industrial Descaling Applications
Used in certain industrial descaling and metal surface treatment formulations requiring its specific chelating chemistry for removing particular mineral and metal oxide deposits.
Technical Specifications
Ammonium Oxalate Monohydrate — Key Properties
Why Source Ammonium Oxalate Monohydrate from Polychem Industries?
- Industrial Grade and Laboratory Grade available
- Certificate of Analysis available on request
- Well-established analytical reagent for calcium determination
- Reliable bulk supply for metal cleaning and laboratory applications
- Competitive pricing with consistent year-round availability
- Export documentation experience for international shipments
