Potassium nitrate, PurReagent, >=99.5%
PurReagent
Synonym: Potassium nitrate
Linear Formula:
KNO3
Molecular Weight: 101.10 g/mol
CAS Number: 7757-79-1
Properties
| Water Solubility | Soluble |
| Assay Purity | >=99.5% |
| B pt. | NA |
| M pt. | 334 °C (lit.) |
| Density | 1.00 g/mL at 20 °C |
| Form | Solid |
Safety Information
| Hazard Statement(s) | H272 |
| Precautionary Statement | P210 - P220 - P280 - P370 + P378 - P501 |
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| Signal word | Warning |
| HS Code | 28342100 |
| Storage Temp. | Room temperature |
| Storage Class | 5.1B - Oxidizing hazardous materials |
| UN Number | 1490 |
Description
Application
Fertilizers in agriculture. Food preservation (curing meats). Fireworks and pyrotechnics. Glass and ceramic manufacturing. Oxidizer in industrial processes.
Purpose
Its main purpose is to- Supply potassium and nitrogen nutrients to plants. Act as an oxidizing agent in combustion-related applications. Support preservation and manufacturing processes.
General Description
Potassium Nitrate (also called saltpeter) is an inorganic chemical compound commonly used as an oxidizing agent and fertilizer. It is a white crystalline water-soluble salt with the chemical formula KNO3. It contains potassium and nitrate ions and is stable under normal storage conditions.
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