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Sodium Nitrate
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DESCRIPTION
Sodium Nitrate is a white, crystalline, water-soluble salt widely used in industrial applications. It is non-combustible but can accelerate the burning of combustible materials. In agriculture, it serves as a valuable fertilizer due to its high nitrate content. In food processing, it is commonly used as a preservative in cured meats, such as bacon, sausages, and ham, to prevent bacterial growth, enhance flavor, and retain a pink color. Additionally, sodium nitrate is crucial in the production of explosives, including smoke bombs and rocket propellants. It also finds use in glass and pottery enamels and has potential applications in thermal energy storage due to its thermal stability. Sodium nitrate plays a key role as both a fertilizer and an NMR chemical shift reference compound.
IDENTIFIERS
Chemical Name
Sodium Nitrate
CAS #
7631-99-4
EC #
231-554-3
Molecular Formula
HNO3.Na
InChI Key
GTTYPHLDORACJW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonyms
Nitric acid sodium salt (1:1); Nitric acid sodium salt; Sodium nitrate (1:1); Soda niter; Sodium nitrate; Saltpeter (Chile); Chile saltpeter; Nitric acid, sodium salt; E 251; Chile niter; Niter (Chile); Na2NO3
CLASSIFICATIONS
Product Group 1
Various, Sulfates, Corrosion Inhibitors, Specialty Cements for High Early Strength & Durability, AdditivesProduct Group 2
Construction, Lubricants & Greases, Agriculture, Pharma, Food & Nutrition, HI&I, CASE, Personal Care, Plastic & Rubber, Oil & GasPROPERTIES
Assay
≥99.0%
Density
2.26 g/cm³
Melting Point
308 °C
Valor pH
5,5 to 8,0 (50 g/l, H₂O, 20 °C)
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What is the CAS number for Sodium Nitrate?
The CAS registry number for Sodium Nitrate is 7631-99-4.
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