Potassium nitrate KNO3 1000g BIOMUS

Potassium nitrate 1000g BIOMUS

Technical information on chemical reagents:

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

Examples of professional applications in various industries:

• Agriculture: Fertilizer: Potassium nitrate is used as a valuable fertilizer. It supplies plants with essential potassium and nitrogen, which are 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 applied in the production of cured meat products such as ham and sausage to inhibit bacterial growth and extend shelf life.
• Pharmaceutical industry: Medical applications: Potassium nitrate is used in the manufacture of certain medications and is sometimes used in toothpastes to relieve tooth sensitivity.
• Metal processing: Hardening of steel: Potassium nitrate is used in special hardening processes to increase the strength and durability of steel. It is commonly 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 serves 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 statements on the product label:

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

Safety precautions on the product label:

P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
P220: Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials.
P221: Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles.
P370 + P378: In case of fire: Use appropriate fire extinguishers for extinction.
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 at an approved waste disposal facility.

Recommended storage conditions:

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

According to § 2 paragraph 5 sentence 2 of the Chemicals Prohibition Ordinance, this item is subject to a ban on supply to private individuals. Delivery is made exclusively to resellers, professional users, commercial enterprises or public research, testing or educational institutions upon presentation of the required evidence.

Markings on the packaging

Warning symbols on the label

• GHS03 - Oxidizing substances (Flame over circle)

Signal word: Warning

Other markings:

• UN 1486
• Official designation for transport: POTASSIUM NITRATE
• Hazard class for transport ADR/RID/ADN/IMDG/IATA: 5.1
• Packing group: III
• Environmentally hazardous in transport: no