Potassium Nitrate
Properties
Product #
2926
Name
Potassium Nitrate
Synonyms
Nitric acid, potassium salt, saltpeter, nitrate of potash
Formula
KNO3
Purity
99.9%
CAS Number
7757-79-1
Molecular Weight
101.11
Color & Form
White solid
Boiling Point
400° C (dec.)
Melting Point
334° C
Specific Gravity
2.109
Solubility in water
Soluble
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Safety
Transportation Information
UN1486, Potassium Nitrate, 5.1, III
Pictogram
Signal Word
Warning
Hazardous Statements
- H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer.
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary Phrases
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking.
- P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/.../combustible materials.
- P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles/...
- P273 Avoid release to the environment.
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P370+P378 In case of fire: Use ... for extinction.
Detailed Safety and Handling Information can be found on our Safety Data Sheet (SDS).