Ammonium Sulfamate, a versatile white crystalline solid widely used as a broad-spectrum, non-selective herbicide, flame retardant, and compost accelerator.

 

Technical Specifications

ITEMS SPECIFICATIONS
Appearance White loose crystals
Purity ≥99.5%
Water Content ≤0.5%
Sulphate ≤0.05%
Chloride ≤0.002%
Iron ≤0.0001%
PH value of 10% of water solution 4-6

 

Package & Storage

  • Packed in woven bag lined with double-layer plastic bag, net weight 25kg or 500kg.
  • Store and transport as general chemicals, prevent moisture and sunlight.

 

Benefits of Ammonium Sulfamate

Ammonium Sulfamate provides multiple functional advantages:

Broad-Spectrum, Non-Selective Herbicide:
Effectively controls woody plants, brush, trees, poison ivy, kudzu, and perennial weeds by systemic action.

Soil Sterilization and Stump Treatment:
Prevents regrowth when applied to cut stumps or soil.

Flame Retardant Properties:
Decomposes to release non-flammable gases, used to treat fabrics, paper, and other materials.

Compost Accelerator:
Supplies nitrogen and accelerates decomposition in composting processes.

Industrial Versatility:
Functions in electroplating, plasticizers, and other chemical processes.

Low Persistence:
Breaks down into fertilizer-like components (nitrogen and sulfate), with relatively low environmental persistence compared to some alternatives.

 

Applications and Uses of Ammonium Sulfamate

Ammonium Sulfamate finds application across agriculture, industry, and specialty sectors:

Agriculture and Vegetation Management:

  • Non-selective control of woody plants, brush, vines, and broadleaf weeds.
  • Stump treatment to prevent resprouting.
  • Poison ivy, kudzu, and invasive species management.
  • Applied as foliar sprays, soil drenches, or cut-surface treatments.

Industrial and Material Treatment:

  • Flame retardant for paper, textiles, and fabrics.
  • Compost accelerator to speed organic breakdown.
  • Additive in electroplating baths and plasticizer formulations.

Other Uses:

  • Weed control in non-crop areas (rights-of-way, industrial sites, fence lines).
  • Specialty applications in chemical synthesis.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is Ammonium Sulfamate a selective or non-selective herbicide?
A: It is a non-selective, broad-spectrum herbicide, effective against a wide range of woody plants, brush, and weeds without discrimination.

Q: What are the main commercial uses of Ammonium Sulfamate?
A: Primary uses include vegetation control (herbicide for brush, stumps, poison ivy), flame retardant treatment for paper and fabrics, compost acceleration, and industrial applications like electroplating.

Q: How does Ammonium Sulfamate work as a herbicide?
A: It is systemic-absorbed by foliage or roots and translocated throughout the plant, disrupting growth and killing from the roots up. It is especially effective on woody perennials.

Q: How should Ammonium Sulfamate be stored?
A: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area in sealed containers. Protect from moisture, heat, and incompatible substances (e.g., strong oxidizers).

 

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