Potassium Nitrate USP Granulated

Jost Code 3664
Potassium Nitrate can be used for pharmaceuticals and precision industrial applications. Product specifications, MSDS’s and certifications are available under Additional Information.

Chemical Data

Chemical Formula KNO3  
CAS Number

7757-79-1

 
Molecular Weight 101.10  
Use Pharmaceuticals; Precision Industrial Applications  
Description White, free flowing  
Containers 50 kg / 110 lb. fiber drums; 25 kilogram packs EU only  
Storage Store in a clean, dry warehouse in the original unopened containers.  
Revision Date

12/22/05

 

Chemical Specifications

Tests Specifications  
Identification    
Potassium Positive  
Nitrate Positive  
Assay (dried basis) 99.0 - 100.5%  
Arsenic 3 ppm maximum  
Heavy Metals 0.002% maximum  
Lead 0.001% maximum  
Chloride 0.03% maximum  
Iron (Fe) 0.001% maximum  
Sodium 0.1% maximum  
Nitrites 5 ppm maximum  
Sulfate 0.1% maximum  

Additional Information

Specifications MSDS - English (EU) BSE/TSE
Halal Certificate MSDS - German (EU) non-Allergenic
Kosher Certificate MSDS - French (EU) GMO  
MSDS - English (US) MSDS - Spanish (EU)
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