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Lab Pro POTASSIUM NITRATE ACS 1lb/ 10KG

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SKU: ZP1526-450
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Description
  • Chemical Name
    Potassium Nitrate
  • Grade
    ACS Reagent
  • Assay
    ≥99.0%
  • Form
    Crystals
  • Molecular Formula
    KNO₃

Description

What is Lab Pro Potassium Nitrate ACS?

Lab Pro Potassium Nitrate ACS is a high-purity, water-soluble inorganic salt supplied in crystalline form. It meets ACS reagent specifications and is suitable for laboratory, analytical, and research applications.

Potassium nitrate (KNO₃) is widely used as a laboratory reagent and analytical chemical. It is also commonly utilized in fertilizers, as a desensitizing agent in toothpaste formulations, and in research involving plant growth under salt-stress conditions. In organic synthesis, it serves as a useful inorganic reagent.

Key Features

  • ACS reagent grade potassium nitrate
  • High-purity crystalline solid
  • Water soluble
  • Suitable for laboratory, analytical, and research applications
  • Controlled impurity profile

Applications

  • Laboratory reagent and analytical chemistry
  • Organic synthesis applications
  • Research involving plant growth and nutrient studies
  • General chemical and educational use

Packaging & Availability

  • Available Pack Sizes: 1 lb and 10 kg

Legal & Safety Notice

This product is intended for laboratory and research use. Proper handling, storage, and disposal in accordance with applicable regulations and safety guidelines is the responsibility of the end user.

Quality Information

  • Quality Level: 200

Standards and Certifications

  • Lab Pro CofA
  • Lab Pro SDS
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Chemical Information

Chemical Name Potassium Nitrate
Molecular Formula KNO₃
Molecular Weight 101.10 g/mol
InChI Key FGIUAXJPYTZDNR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES [K+].[O-]N+=O

Specifications

Grade ACS Reagent
Assay ≥99.0%
Form Crystals
pH 4.5–8.5 (5% solution at 25 °C)
Melting Point 334 °C
Insoluble Matter ≤0.005%

Impurity Limits

Chloride (Cl⁻) ≤0.002%
Iodate (IO₃⁻) ≤5 ppm
Nitrite (NO₂⁻) ≤0.001%
Phosphate (PO₄³⁻) ≤5 ppm
Sulfate (SO₄²⁻) ≤0.003%
Calcium (Ca) ≤0.005%
Iron (Fe) ≤3 ppm
Magnesium (Mg) ≤0.002%
Sodium (Na) ≤0.005%
Heavy Metals (by ICP-OES) ≤5 ppm


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What is Lab Pro Potassium Nitrate ACS used for?

Lab Pro Potassium Nitrate ACS is used as a laboratory reagent in analytical chemistry, organic synthesis, and research applications. It is also utilized in educational laboratories and studies involving nutrients and controlled chemical reactions.

Is this potassium nitrate suitable for analytical laboratory work?

Yes. This product meets ACS reagent-grade specifications, ensuring high purity and controlled impurity levels suitable for analytical testing, laboratory research, and applications requiring reliable, reproducible chemical performance.

What form is this potassium nitrate supplied in?

Lab Pro Potassium Nitrate ACS is supplied as a white crystalline solid. The crystalline form allows for easy weighing, handling, and dissolution when preparing laboratory solutions or reaction mixtures.

Is potassium nitrate water-soluble?

Yes. Potassium nitrate is readily soluble in water, making it convenient for preparing aqueous solutions for analytical chemistry, synthesis workflows, and research experiments requiring dissolved nitrate.

How should this product be stored and handled?

The product should be stored at room temperature in a tightly sealed container. Proper laboratory handling practices should be followed to avoid contamination, and disposal should comply with applicable safety and regulatory guidelines.