Potassium Nitrate (Cryst./Certified ACS), Fisher Chemical™

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 7757-79-1
• Molecular Formula: KNO3
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 101.10
• MDL Number: MFCD00011409
• InChI Key: FGIUAXJPYTZDNR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: potassium nitrate, saltpeter, nitre, nitrate of potash, vicknite, nitric acid potassium salt, nitric acid, potassium salt, saltpetre, kaliumnitrat, kalii nitras
• PubChem CID: 24434
• ChEBI: CHEBI:63043
• IUPAC Name: potassium nitrate
• SMILES: [K+].[O-][N+]([O-])=O

• Boiling Point: 400°C
• Melting Point: 334°C
• Color: White
• pH: 6 to 8
• Physical Form: Solid
• Quantity: 500 g
• Assay Percent Range: ≥99.0 %
• Formula Weight: 101.1
• Percent Purity: ≥99.0%
• Grade: Certified ACS
• Identification: Pass Test
• Packaging: Poly Bottle
• Decomposition Information: >400°C
• Chemical Name or Material: Potassium Nitrate

Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement	DANGER!
Precautionary Statement	Emergency Overview Oxidizer: Contact with combustible/organic material may cause fire. The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated. Wear personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Do not induce vomiting. NFPA Health:1 Flammability:1 Instability:2
DOTInformation	DOT Class 5.1, : Oxidizer