15621-57-5

Basic information

• Product Name: Sodium nitrate
• Synonyms: Nitratine;Nitratite;Nitronatrite
• CAS NO: 15621-57-5
• Molecular Formula: NNaO3
• Molecular Weight: 84.99470
• EINECS: 231-554-3
• Product Categories: Inorganics
• Mol File: 15621-57-5.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 306℃
• Boiling Point: 83 °C at 760 mmHg
• Appearance: /
• Density: 2.26
• Water Solubility: 900 g/L (20℃)
• CAS DataBase Reference: Sodium nitrate(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Sodium nitrate(15621-57-5)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Sodium nitrate(15621-57-5)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: O:Oxidizing agent
• Statements: R22:; R36/37/38:; R8:
• Safety Statements: S17:; S26:; S37/39:
• Hazardous Substances Data: 15621-57-5(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Sodium nitrate, also known as Chilean saltpetre, is a white solid compound with the chemical formula NaNO3. It is widely used in the production of fertilizers, as well as in the preservation of meat and fish, as it inhibits the growth of bacteria. Sodium nitrate is also utilized in the manufacturing of gunpowder and fireworks. In addition, it has applications in the glass and pottery industries, where it is used as a flux to lower the melting point of silica and improve the stability of the final product. However, sodium nitrate is also a known carcinogen and has been linked to various health concerns, leading to restrictions on its use in certain products.

InChI:InChI=1/NO3.Na/c2-1(3)4;/q-1;+1

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