What is Potassium Nitrate
It is a natural source of nitrate and has been used as a constituent for several different purposes, including food preservatives, fertilisers, tree stump removal, rocket propellants, and fireworks. Potassium nitrate is a common active ingredient in toothpaste, exerting an anti-sensitivity action.
- Synonyms: Potassium Nitrate, Monohydrate, Saltpeter, Saltpetre
- INCI: Potassium Nitrate
- Chemical Formula: KNO₃
- CAS Number: 7757-79-1
Product Specifications
Characteristics
| Chemical Formula | KNO₃ |
| CAS Number | 7757-79-1 |
| Molar Weight | 101.102g/mol |
| Specific Gravity | 2.109 |
| Melting Point | 334 °C |
| Boiling Point | 400 °C |
Uses and Applications for Potassium Nitrate
Industries
- Pharma
- Lubricants
- Water Treatment
- Oil & Gas
- Cleaning
- Animal Nutrition
- Coatings & Construction
- Food and Nutrition
- Agriculture
- Cosmetics
- Solvents
- Polymers
- Rubber
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