# Can You Mix Hydrochloric Acid and Ammonia? Violent Reaction Explained

> No — Strong acid + strong base: violent exothermic reaction, do not mix.

**Chemicals:** Hydrochloric acid (CAS 7647-01-0), Ammonia (CAS 7664-41-7)

## Compatibility assessment

- **Verdict:** incompatible
- **Reason:** Strong acid + strong base: violent exothermic reaction, do not mix
- **Source:** reactive_group_rule
- **Citation:** CAMEO:1x10-acid-strong-base-strong

## Source

- Source type: reactive_group_rule
- Last verified by MSDS Chain: 2026-07-15

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