
Ammonium Perchlorate
High Performance for Critical Applications
The Ammonium Perchlorate (PA) from Companhia Eletroquímica Jaraguá was developed to meet the highest standards of the aerospace, defense, and energy materials industries, where quality, consistency, and reliability are fundamental requirements.
Produced under a rigorous Quality Management System, our Ammonium Perchlorate is manufactured with strict control at every stage of the process, ensuring high chemical purity, excellent batch repeatability, and reliable performance for critical applications.
From the selection of raw materials to the shipment of the finished product, each stage of manufacturing is conducted with a focus on safety, traceability, and meeting our customers' technical specifications.
Applications
Ammonium perchlorate is a powerful oxidizing agent widely used in the manufacture of:
Solid propellants for space launch vehicles;
Propulsion systems for defense applications;
High-performance rocket engines;
Special energy materials;
Research and development of propellants and propulsion systems.
Its high available oxygen content, combined with high chemical purity and excellent stability when properly formulated, makes Ammonium Perchlorate the oxidant of choice for solid composite propellants used in some of the world's most demanding applications.
Quality and Reliability
At Jaraguá, quality means delivering consistent results in every delivery.
Our commitment is underpinned by a robust Quality Management System, which ensures:
Strict control of raw materials;
Complete traceability of produced batches;
Continuous monitoring of critical quality parameters;
In-house laboratory for conducting analyses and tests;
Certificates of Analysis (COA) issued for each batch;
Continuous improvement of production processes and quality controls.
Our goal is to provide a reliable and repeatable product, reducing variations and providing greater predictability to our customers' production processes.
Production to Specification
Each application has specific requirements.
For this reason, Jaraguá offers the supply of Ammonium Perchlorate according to the needs of each project, including:
Specific particle size distributions;
Customized technical specifications;
Special packaging;
Labeling according to customer requirements.
Our technical team works closely with each client to develop the solution best suited to their application.
Chemical Characteristics

Chemical name: Ammonium Perchlorate
Chemical formula: NH₄ClO₄
Molecular weight: 117.49 g/mol
Density: 1.95 g/cm³
CAS Number: 7790-98-9
Risk class: 5.1 – Oxidizing substance
Packaging
Ammonium perchlorate is available in different packaging options, designed to ensure product integrity during storage and transport.
Packaging solutions can be provided according to the requirements of each application, including approved options for national and international transport.
All packaging is palletized and wrapped in polyethylene film, meeting applicable standards and providing maximum safety during storage, handling, and transportation.
Security
Ammonium perchlorate is an oxidizing substance and must be handled in accordance with applicable safety regulations.
Its transport, storage, and handling must be carried out by qualified professionals, following safety procedures and the requirements of current legislation.
Why choose Jaraguá?
Choosing an ammonium perchlorate supplier means choosing a partner capable of delivering consistent quality, operational reliability, and technical support throughout the entire business relationship.
Jaraguá offers:
More than six decades of experience in the manufacture of inorganic chemicals;
Production of Ammonium Perchlorate with high standards of purity and consistency;
Supply to national and international clients;
Quality Management System focused on continuous improvement and product reliability;
High standards of chemical purity and repeatability between batches;
Complete traceability of production;
Production tailored to meet the needs of each application;
Specialized technical and sales team for customer support;
Commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and on-time deliveries.
At Jaraguá, we believe that lasting business relationships are built on trust, transparency, and consistent performance. Our commitment is to provide solutions that add value to our clients' processes and contribute to the success of their projects.
