What is Ammonium Polyphosphate?

Ammonium Polyphosphate is an inorganic flame-retardant compound used mainly in intumescent systems, plastics, coatings, and construction materials.

What does Ammonium Polyphosphate contain?

Ammonium Polyphosphate contains phosphorus and nitrogen, which together provide effective flame-retardant properties.

What is the relationship between Ammonium Polyphosphate and Melamine Pyrophosphate?

Ammonium Polyphosphate, as well as Melamine-based compounds are frequently utilized in intumescent flame-retardant systems to improve the formation of char and reduce fire risk.

Is Ammonium Polyphosphate used as a flame retardant?

Yes, Ammonium Polyphosphate is widely used as a flame retardant in plastics, coatings, construction materials, and specialty industrial applications.

What is Ammonium Polyphosphate used for?

It is used to improve fire resistance in plastics, coatings, intumescent paints, construction materials, and engineered products.

Watch Video MSDS Specifications

Ammonium Polyphosphate | 68333-79-9

Cas No :

68333-79-9

Form :

Solid

Molecular Weight :

97.01 G/mol

Molecular Formula :

H₂₀N₅O₁₀P₃

Boiling Point :

200 °c

Flash Point :

210 °c

Solubility :

Water Soluble

Description :

Ammonium Polyphosphate Supplier and Exporter for the USA

ChemicalBull supplies Ammonium Polyphosphate for plastic, rubber, coating, construction, flame-retardant, and specialty industrial applications across the USA. Ammonium Polyphosphate is a phosphorus- and nitrogen-containing inorganic compound widely used as a flame-retardant additive in polymer and coating systems.

Ammonium Polyphosphate is valued for its flame-retardant performance, thermal stability, and suitability for intumescent systems. Depending on polymerization degree and formulation requirements, different APP grades can be selected for plastics, rubber compounds, coatings, insulation materials, and engineered products.

ChemicalBull supports bulk supply requirements for Ammonium Polyphosphate for plastic processors, rubber manufacturers, coating producers, flame-retardant formulators, construction material manufacturers, distributors, and industrial chemical buyers in the USA.

Applications of Ammonium Polyphosphate

Flame-Retardant Plastic Formulations

Ammonium Polyphosphate is widely incorporated into plastic formulations as a phosphorus-based flame retardant. It can be used in selected polymer systems where improved resistance to ignition and flame propagation is required.

Rubber and Elastomer Compounds

Ammonium Polyphosphate is used in selected rubber and elastomer formulations requiring flame-retardant characteristics. Grade selection depends on polymer compatibility, thermal stability, and the desired formulation performance.

Intumescent Coatings

Ammonium Polyphosphate is an important component of intumescent systems, where it contributes to the formation of a protective char layer during exposure to heat.

Construction Materials

Ammonium Polyphosphate is used in selected fire-resistant construction materials, insulation systems, panels, sealants, and protective formulations where flame-retardant performance is required.

Coatings and Specialty Formulations

Ammonium Polyphosphate is incorporated into industrial coatings and specialty formulations to provide phosphorus-based flame-retardant functionality and support thermal protection.

Ammonium Polyphosphate Supplier and Distributor in the USA

ChemicalBull supplies Ammonium Polyphosphate for plastics, rubber, coatings, construction materials, and specialty flame-retardant applications in the USA. Buyers can specify polymerization grade, solubility, phosphorus content, particle size, packaging, quantity, and application requirements while making an enquiry.

ChemicalBull supports supply requirements for plastic processors, rubber manufacturers, coating companies, construction material producers, distributors, and qualified industrial buyers.

Bulk Product Supply

Bulk Ammonium Polyphosphate supply can support applications including:

Flame-retardant plastics
Rubber and elastomer compounds
Intumescent coatings
Fire-resistant construction materials
Insulation and composite materials
Industrial coatings
Specialty polymer formulations
Fire-protection systems

ChemicalBull supports product sourcing, documentation, packaging requirements, and bulk chemical supply for customers in the USA.

Why Buy Ammonium Polyphosphate from ChemicalBull?

ChemicalBull supports the sourcing and supply of Ammonium Polyphosphate for plastic, rubber, coating, construction, and specialty industrial applications with product options based on grade, specifications, packaging, quantity, and customer requirements.

Buyer Advantages:

Bulk supply for plastic and rubber applications
Suitable for flame-retardant formulations
Options based on grade and specifications
Suitable for intumescent systems
Industrial packaging options
Product documentation support
Supply support for manufacturers and distributors
USA export supply support

Frequently Asked Questions About Ammonium Polyphosphate

What is Ammonium Polyphosphate used for?
Ammonium Polyphosphate is mainly used as a flame retardant in plastics, rubber, coatings, construction materials, and intumescent formulations.
Is Ammonium Polyphosphate used in plastics?
Yes. Ammonium Polyphosphate is used in selected plastic formulations where flame-retardant performance is required.
Is Ammonium Polyphosphate used in rubber?
Yes. Selected grades are used in rubber and elastomer formulations requiring improved flame resistance.
What should buyers check before sourcing Ammonium Polyphosphate?
Buyers should review polymerization grade, phosphorus content, nitrogen content, solubility, particle size, thermal stability, COA, SDS, packaging, and application requirements.
Can Ammonium Polyphosphate be supplied in bulk in the USA?
Yes. ChemicalBull supports bulk supply of Ammonium Polyphosphate for plastic processors, rubber manufacturers, coating companies, distributors, and qualified industrial buyers in the USA.