Gleam Guru - Ammonia Cleaning Solution

Product Overview

Gleam Guru - Ammonia Cleaning Solution is a concentrated Technical Grade formulation of Ammonium Hydroxide (NH₃ aq), containing 28-30% ammonia by weight. Designed for rigorous industrial applications, this high-alkalinity solution effectively saponifies fats, oils, and greases, making it an essential agent for heavy-duty degreasing and surface preparation. Also known as Aqueous Ammonia, the solution is clear, colorless, and possesses a characteristic pungent odor, indicative of its high purity and potency.

Beyond cleaning, Gleam Guru serves as a vital chemical intermediate and pH adjuster in water treatment and manufacturing processes. Its volatile nature ensures rapid evaporation with minimal residue, ideal for metal finishing and glass manufacturing where surface purity is critical. Engineers and plant operators rely on this consistent specification for neutralization reactions, effluent treatment, and laboratory protocols requiring a strong, volatile base.

Key Properties

• Chemical Name: Ammonium Hydroxide (Ammonia Solution)
• CAS Number: 7664-41-7
• Assay (NH₃): 28-30% wt
• Specific Gravity: 0.90–0.93 (Typical 0.915 at 20°C)
• Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
• Molecular Weight: 35.04 g/mol
• Boiling Point: 36°C (approximate)
• pH: ~12 (Strong Base)
• Residue After Ignition: Max 0.1%
• Heavy Metals (as Pb): Max 0.2 ppm
• Iron (Fe): Max 0.5 ppm
• Chloride (Cl): Max 50 ppm

Common Applications

• Industrial Degreasing: Saponifies animal fats and vegetable oils on industrial machinery, floors, and processing equipment.
• Surface Preparation: Removes oxidation and contaminants from metal surfaces prior to plating, coating, or anodizing.
• Water Treatment: Utilized for pH adjustment, neutralization of acidic effluents, and chloramine formation in municipal treatment.
• Chemical Processing: Acts as a nitrogen source and catalyst in the production of stabilizers, resins, and specialty chemicals.
• Laboratory Reagent: Standard base used in qualitative analysis and buffer solution preparation.

Safety Precautions

Ammonia Cleaning Solution is corrosive and volatile. Handle only in well-ventilated areas equipped with suitable exhaust systems to prevent vapor accumulation. Personnel must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including vapor-tight chemical goggles, face shields, rubber gloves (butyl rubber or neoprene recommended), and protective clothing to prevent skin and eye contact. Do not inhale vapors.

Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from heat, direct sunlight, and incompatible materials such as strong acids, halogens, and oxidizing agents. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use to prevent ammonia gas loss. In the event of a spill, neutralize with a dilute acid if safe to do so, and absorb with inert material. Refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for comprehensive emergency response and disposal guidelines. Shipping meets Hazmat regulations (UN 2672).

Benefits

• High Solvency Power: Effectively breaks down complex organic soils and greases without leaving solids.
• Residue-Free: Evaporates completely, eliminating the need for extensive rinsing in many applications.
• Consistent Molarity: Technical Grade specification ensures predictable pH control and reactivity batch-to-batch.
• Versatile Packaging: Available in sizes ranging from 1 Quart bottles to 330 Gallon totes to suit laboratory or bulk production needs.

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