Stabilization and protection
Whether inhibiting heat, flame, or corrosion, the purity of U.S. Borax ammonium pentaborate makes it an excellent choice for a variety of industrial applications. From fire protection to electrolytic capacitors, this alkaline salt offers stabilization and protection. Our ammonium pentaborate is a versatile product that dissolves easily, stores well, and is ideal for scenarios in which alkali metals cannot be used.
What can U.S. Borax ammonium pentaborate do for you?
Our ammonium borate is a highly refined product which makes it ideal for a variety of industrial applications.
Ammonium pentaborate enhances industrial formulations
High-quality wet or dry electrolytic capacitors
Intumescent coatings
Water treatment chemicals
U.S. Borax ammonium pentaborate provides product and process benefits
Acts as an excellent solvent for metallic oxides at high temperatures
Extends the life of basic refractories in steel furnaces due to its stabilizing effect in gunning and patching compounds
Used as a readily soluble non-alkali borate when alkali metals aren’t an option
Technical Details
Ammonium pentaborate results from the controlled reaction of ammonia, water, and boric acid. It is an alkaline salt and consists of white crystalline granules.
The product is stable to about 230°F (110°C), at which point it loses all but two moles of water. If heated sufficiently, it releases the balance of its hydration water and decomposes to boric oxide and ammonia.
In aqueous borate solutions at room temperature, pH decreases slightly as the concentration of ammonium pentaborate increases. Details about the product’s hydrogen ion concentration and solubility in water is located in the product data sheet.
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