Ammonium Chloride

Ammonium chloride is an inorganic substance contains 25% Nitrogen and 65%
Chlorine. It is white or slightly yellowish square or octahedral small
crystals. There are two dosage forms of powdery and granular. Granular ammonium
chloride is not easy to absorb moisture and is easy to store, while powdered
ammonium chloride is mostly used The basic fertilizer for the production of
compound fertilizer. Ammonium chloride is a physiologically acidic fertilizer.
It is not suitable for application on acid soil and saline soil because of its
high chlorine content. It is not suitable for planting fertilizer, seedling
fertilizer or foliar fertilizer, and also not suitable for chlorine-sensitive
crops (such as tobacco, potato, citrus, tea, etc.) ) On application. Ammonium
chloride is used as a fertilizer for gaining high yield in paddy crops.
Benefits of Ammonium Chloride in Agriculture:
Increased Crop Yields: Ammonium chloride application has been shown to enhance
crop yields by as much as 40%. This improvement is particularly significant in
crops that lack an adequate supply of chloride.
Pathogen and Infection Prevention: Ammonium chloride plays a crucial role in
safeguarding crops from pathogens and infections. It can help in reducing the
susceptibility of various crops to diseases, thereby promoting healthier plant
growth.
Nutrient Supply for Cl-Responsive Crops: Certain crops, such as coconut, oil
palm, and kiwifruit, are highly responsive to chloride (Cl). Ammonium chloride
serves as an effective source of both nitrogen (N) and chloride (Cl) for these
Cl-responsive crops. This dual benefit ensures optimal nutrient availability
for their growth and development.
Application
Ammonium Chloride fertilizer application is recommended for saline and alkaline
soils.
It is also an excellent nitrogenous fertiliser for use in low-lying locations
where farmers grow rice and other crops.
The chlorine present in Ammonium Chloride gives resistance to some pests and
diseases from the soil.

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