Potassium nitrate Potassium nitrate E252 1000g Biolaboratorium

Potassium nitrate Potassium nitrate E252 1000g Biolaboratorium

Technical information on chemical reagents:

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

Examples of professional applications in various sectors of activity:

• Agriculture: Fertilizers: 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 meats such as ham and sausages to inhibit bacterial growth and extend shelf life.
• Pharmaceutical Industry: Medical Uses: Potassium nitrate is used to make certain medications and is sometimes used in toothpastes 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 Reagents: Potassium nitrate is used as a chemical reagent in various experiments and analyses. It is used to carry out reactions that require the release of oxygen.
• Water Treatment: Corrosion Inhibitor: Potassium nitrate can be used as a corrosion inhibitor. It helps prevent corrosion of metals 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. No smoking.
P220: Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials.
P221: Mix with flammable materials.
P370 + P378: In case of fire: Use an appropriate fire extinguisher.
P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if possible. Continue rinsing.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal facility.

Pursuant to Section 2, Paragraph 5, Sentence 2 of the Chemicals Prohibition Ordinance, this item may not be sold to private individuals. Delivery is made exclusively to dealers, professional users, traders or public research, testing or educational institutions upon presentation of the necessary supporting documents.

Markings on the packaging