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Potassium Nitrate

POTASSIUM NITRATE=Saltpeter=Niter

Potassium Nitrate

Potassium nitrate (KNO3) is a crystalline inorganic nitrate salt that occurs naturally as saltpeter in rock cavities, dissolving easily in water.

It is a strong oxidizing agent, releasing oxygen gas when heated to accelerate combustion reactions.

Uses and Benefits

•Chlorine-free; making it the ideal potassium fertilizer for chlorine-sensitive high-value crops like tobacco, potatoes, and citrus.

•Stores heat in solar power plants due to its stable molten state and high heat capacity.

Applications

✓In producing fully water-soluble NPK fertilizers used in drip irrigation systems.

✓In tempering durable chemical glasses used for television and mobile device screens.

Technical Identity

IUPAC / Trade NamePotassium Nitrate
Chemical FormulaKNO3
CAS Number7757-79-1
EC Number231-818-8
Molecular Weight101.10
Industry CategoryGeneral Industrial

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