Potassium Nitrate, ACS Grade, ≥ 99.0%, LabChem™

Description

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Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 7757-79-1
• Molecular Formula: KNO3
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 101.10
• MDL Number: MFCD00011409
• InChI Key: FGIUAXJPYTZDNR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: potassium nitrate, saltpeter, nitre, nitrate of potash, vicknite, nitric acid potassium salt, nitric acid, potassium salt, saltpetre, kaliumnitrat, kalii nitras
• PubChem CID: 24434
• ChEBI: CHEBI:63043
• IUPAC Name: potassium nitrate
• SMILES: [K+].[O-][N+]([O-])=O

• Melting Point: 334°C
• Color: White
• CAS Max %: 100
• Physical Form: Crystalline
• Quantity: 500 g
• Linear Formula: KNO₃
• UN Number: UN1486
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water
• Formula Weight: 101.1
• Percent Purity: ≥99.0%
• Grade: ACS
• Identification: Passes Test
• Packaging: Poly Bottle
• Specific Gravity: 2100kg/m³
• Decomposition Information: Nitrogen oxides; Oxygen
• Density: 2,100kg/m³
• Chemical Name or Material: Potassium Nitrate

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	Warning
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement May intensify fire; oxidizer. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Statement	GHS P Statement Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, open flames, sparks. No smoking. Keep/Store away from clothing, combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Avoid breathing dust. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear eye protection, protective clothing, protective gloves, face protection. Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling. If on skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Store locked up in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Dispose of contents/container to comply with local, state and federal regulations.
EINECSNumber	231-818-8
Recommended Storage	Room Temperature