Potassium Nitrate Potassium Nitrate 1000g Biolaboratorium

Potassium Nitrate Potassium Nitrate 1000g Biolaboratorium

Technical information on chemical reagents:

• Chemical formula: KNO₃
• CAS number: 7757-79-1
• EC number: 231-818-8
• Synonyms: saltpeter, nitre
• Type: Pure
• Purity: Pure
• Net weight: 1000g

Examples of professional applications in various industries:

• Agriculture: Fertilizer: Potassium nitrate is used as a valuable fertilizer. It provides plants with essential potassium and nitrogen, necessary for the growth and development of crops such as vegetables, fruits, and flowers.
• Food industry: Preservative: Potassium nitrate is used as a preservative. It is used in the production of cured meat products such as ham and sausages to inhibit bacterial growth and extend shelf life.
• Pharmaceutical industry: Medical uses: Potassium nitrate is used to manufacture certain medications and is sometimes used in toothpaste to relieve tooth sensitivity.
• Metalworking: Steel hardening: Potassium nitrate is used in special hardening processes to increase the strength and durability of steel. It is often used in the heat treatment of metals.
• Laboratory applications: Chemical reagent: Potassium nitrate is used as a chemical reagent in various experiments and analyses. It is used to perform reactions that require the release of oxygen.
• Water treatment: Corrosion inhibitor: Potassium nitrate can be used as a corrosion inhibitor. It helps prevent metal corrosion in water treatment systems.

Hazard warnings on the product label:

H272: May intensify fire; Oxidizing agent.
H315: Causes skin irritation.
H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

Safety instructions on the product label:

P210: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and hot surfaces. Do not smoke.
P220: Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials.
P221: Mix with flammable materials.
P370 + P378: In case of fire: use appropriate extinguishing agent.
P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal facility.

Recommended storage conditions:

1. Store in a dry, well-ventilated place, protected from heat and ignition sources.
2. Store in airtight containers to prevent access to moisture and other chemicals.
3. The recommended storage temperature should be between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius.
4. Keep away from flammable substances, acids, and bases.
5. Avoid contact with organic materials to prevent chemical reactions.
6. Label the packaging in accordance with current regulations for hazardous substances.

In accordance with Article 2, Paragraph 5, Sentence 2 of the Chemicals Prohibition Ordinance, it is prohibited to sell this item to private individuals. Delivery is made exclusively to resellers, professional users, merchants, or public research, testing, or teaching institutes after presentation of the necessary documentation.

Markings on the packaging