Potassium Nitrate
Dongguan Weiqi Chemical Co., Ltd. was established in March 2019, at a time when China's chemical industry was undergoing rapid growth, with increasing demand for chemical products across various sectors. Founded by industry veterans with extensive experience in chemistry, the company is located in Qiaotou Town, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province. Qiaotou's dynamic industrial ecosystem and convenient transportation facilitate raw material procurement and product distribution.
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- Non-pharmaceutical Precursor Chemicals Business Filing Certificate (Acetone, Toluene, Sulfuric Acid, Potassium Permanganate)
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Potassium nitrate, known as saltpetre, is a colorless crystalline powder with the chemical formula KNO3. It naturally occurs as nitrite and has a molecular weight of 101.10, with the CAS number 7757-79-1.
Specifications
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Boiling Point |
Approximately 100°C |
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Case Quantity |
6 |
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Chem Quantity |
500mL |
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Chemical |
500mL |
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Color |
Colorless liquid |
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Composition |
Water 81.72%, Potassium Nitrate 18.28% |
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Concentration |
2M |
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DOT |
NOT REGULATED. |
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Density |
1.12 |
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Packaging Type |
Poly Natural Container |
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Physical State |
Liquid |
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Shelf Life |
2 Years |
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Size |
500mL |
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Solubility Information |
Miscible |
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Storage |
Ambient |
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PH Range |
4.5 to 8.5 |
Physical Properties
With a melting point of 333-334°C and a decomposition temperature of 400°C, potassium nitrate has a density of 2.1 g/mL. It dissolves well in hot water and has neutral aqueous solutions that become less soluble with decreasing temperature. Insoluble in anhydrous alcohols, it's soluble in glycerol.
Other Characteristics
Upon heating above 339°C, it releases oxygen and converts to potassium nitrite. Its strong oxidizing properties may lead to explosive reactions with organic compounds, and when burned with combustibles, it produces a pink to purple flame.
Uses of Potassium Nitrate
Oxidizing Agent
Historically used in black powder for firearms, potassium nitrate has been replaced by smokeless powder but remains an important oxidizer in matches, fireworks, and rocket propellants.
Food Additives
It serves as a coloring and preservative agent in meats and as a fermentation regulator in cheese production.
Fertilizer
As a fertilizer, potassium nitrate provides essential potassium and nitrogen, especially beneficial for chloride-sensitive crops.
Other Uses
Its applications extend to tempered glass, pharmaceuticals, solar power heat storage media, glazes, heat treatment agents, cold agents, and tooth polish. It's also found in toothpaste for reducing tooth sensitivity.
Other Information on Potassium Nitrate
Production Process
Produced by neutralizing nitric acid with potassium hydroxide or carbonate, or by reacting potassium chloride with concentrated nitric acid. Industrial production often involves reacting potassium chloride with sodium nitrate.
Regulatory Information
While not classified under poisonous and deleterious substances, it is considered a hazardous oxidizing substance under various laws.
Handling and Storage Precautions
Recommendations include sealing the container, storing it in a cool, dark place, using protective gear, and ensuring good ventilation during use. In case of skin or eye contact, appropriate washing and rinsing steps should be followed.
Certificates and Documents
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