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Potassium nitrate, 99%

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Potassium nitrate, 99% (CAS 7757-79-1) supplier Zemixal: KNO3, COA and SDS with every lot, worldwide shipping. Packs from 500 g.

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Potassium nitrate, 99% chemical structure
CAS number7757-79-1
FormulaKNO3
Molar mass101.1 g/mol
Physical formCrystalline
HS code28342100
UN numberUN 1486
Purity99%
InChIKeyFGIUAXJPYTZDNR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
IUPAC namepotassium nitrate

About Potassium nitrate, 99%

Researchers and plant chemists source Potassium nitrate, 99% from Zemixal for routine and specialised work. Identity at a glance (99%): CAS 7757-79-1, formula KNO3 and molar mass 101.1 g/mol. Typical appearance is white powder or crystals.

Typical applications

  • Oxidation reactions
  • Enzyme inhibition studies

Storage and safety notes

Literature values: melting point 334 °C and density 2.11 g/cm3 at 20 °C. Hazard communication follows GHS (Danger: H272, H315, H319 and H335). Our SDS lists exposure controls and first-aid measures. For transport it ships as UN UN 1486.

Order it in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs or ask for a bulk quotation. Each lot travels with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS. Send an enquiry through the quote panel and you get a formal offer with Incoterms and delivery time.

Typical uses

  • Oxidation reactions
  • Enzyme inhibition studies

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Potassium nitrate, 99%
Product namePotassium nitrate, 99%
Catalogue numberZX-013109
CAS number7757-79-1
IUPAC namepotassium nitrate
Molecular formulaKNO3
Molar mass101.1 g/mol
Exact mass100.9515
Purity / assay99%
Physical formCrystalline
AppearanceWhite powder or crystals
Melting point334 °C
Density2.11 g/cm3 at 20 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors0 / 3
Topological polar surface area62.9 Ų
HS code28342100
UN numberUN 1486
InChIKeyFGIUAXJPYTZDNR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES[N+](=O)([O-])[O-].[K+]
PubChem CID24434
SynonymsNitrate of potash, Vicknite, Nitric acid, potassium salt, Kalii nitras, Collo-Bo, Kali nitricum, Potassium nitrate(DOT), Salt peter, INS NO.252, INS-252, Sensitive Teeth, Sensitive Tooth Paste

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS03 Oxidising
Oxidising
GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful

Signal word Danger

  • H272May intensify fire, oxidizer
  • H315Causes skin irritation
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements P210, P220, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of Potassium nitrate, 99%
500 gQuoted on request
5 kgQuoted on request
25 kgQuoted on request
4 x 25 kgQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about Potassium nitrate, 99%

Which CAS number identifies Potassium nitrate, 99%?
Potassium nitrate, 99% is registered under CAS 7757-79-1. You may also see it listed as Nitrate of potash, Vicknite, Nitric acid, potassium salt. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-013109.
What are the formula and molar mass of Potassium nitrate, 99%?
For Potassium nitrate, 99%, its formula is KNO3 and its molar mass is 101.1 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is potassium nitrate. InChIKey FGIUAXJPYTZDNR-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Potassium nitrate, 99%?
This listing is 99% purity. Standard packs are 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg, 4 x 25 kg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Potassium nitrate, 99%?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship Potassium nitrate, 99% to my country?
Yes. Because Potassium nitrate, 99% is classed as hazardous (UN 1486), it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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