Product Name – 

Calcium Ammonium Nitrate  (CAN)

Product Description –

Calcium Ammonium Nitrate is a granular, white to off-white nitrogenous fertilizer containing both ammonium and nitrate forms of nitrogen, along with calcium. It’s widely used in agriculture due to its high efficiency in nitrogen delivery and the added benefits of calcium for soil structure and plant health. CAN is especially valuable in acidic and light-textured soils.

Product Specification –

Total Nitrogen (N): 26%
Ammoniacal Nitrogen (NH₄⁺): 13%
Nitrate Nitrogen (NO₃⁻): 13%
Calcium (Ca): 8% to 10%
Physical Form: Granular
Solubility: Highly soluble in water
Color: White or off-white

Product Benefits –

Dual Nitrogen Source:
Contains both ammonium and nitrate nitrogen, ensuring quick and sustained nutrient availability.
Ammonium provides long-term nitrogen release, while nitrate is immediately available to plants.
Enhanced Nutrient Uptake:
Nitrate promotes the uptake of other essential nutrients such as potassium, calcium, and magnesium.
Improves overall plant nutrition efficiency.
Improved Soil Structure:
Calcium helps in maintaining soil porosity and reducing compaction.
Enhances root development and water infiltration.
pH Stabilization:
Less acidifying compared to urea or ammonium sulfate.
Suitable for soils prone to acidification.
Stress Resistance:
Calcium strengthens plant cell walls, increasing resistance to diseases and abiotic stresses like drought and heat.
Compatible with Most Crops:
Ideal for fruits, vegetables, cereals, oilseeds, sugarcane, and flowers.
Effective across a wide range of soil types and climatic conditions.

Application/ Usage –

Broadcast uniformly in the field followed by light irrigation.
Can be used in both basal and top dressing applications.
Suitable for use through fertigation in drip or sprinkler systems after dissolving in water.
Commonly applied to crops such as maize, wheat, rice, potatoes, tomatoes, sugar beet, citrus, and other horticultural crops.

Application time/duration –

Basal dose: Applied during land preparation or at sowing/transplanting.
Top dressing: Typically at 30-45 days after planting or during key vegetative and reproductive growth stages.
Frequency depends on crop requirement and soil fertility, generally 1 to 3 applications per crop cycle.

Precaution –

Avoid over-application to prevent nitrogen leaching and potential groundwater contamination.
Store away from moisture and direct sunlight.
Do not mix with alkaline materials or urea in concentrated form.
Wear gloves and mask during handling to avoid skin and respiratory irritation.
Apply based on soil test recommendations.
Keep out of reach of children and livestock.

Shelf Life –

Minimum 1 year under proper storage conditions (dry, cool, and well-ventilated place).

Packaging –

Available in 25 kg, 50 kg HDPE woven bags with inner liner.
Bulk packaging may be available on request.
Custom branding and packaging options possible for distributors or agri-input companies.

Note –

Disclaimer – This post contains general information only and does not constitute professional advice. Always read the product label for complete directions, application rates, safety precautions, and storage information.