Potassium Nitrate
Synonyms: Saltpeter, Niter
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Chemical Name
Potassium Nitrate
Product Form
Substance
Catalogue No.
AL3742
CAS Number
7757-79-1
EC Number
231-818-8
EC Index Number
007-001-00-1
Grade
98% Practical
HSN Code
28342100
Molecular Formula
KNO3
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name
Potassium Nitrate
Catalogue No.
AL3742
Product form
Substance
CAS Number
7757-79-1
EC Number
231-818-8
Grade
98% Practical
EC Index Number
007-001-00-1
Chemical Formula
KNO3
HSN Code
28342100
Synonyms
Saltpeter, Niter
Chemical Structure
-
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture
Fertilizer, oxidizing agent in pyrotechnics
Uses advised against
Not specified
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification
Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail
Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Ox. Liq. 2; Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Irrit. 2; STOT SE 3
Classification source
ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 24434 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 Label elements
Hazard pictograms
Oxidizer, Irritant
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H272: May intensify fire; oxidizer; H315: Causes skin irritation; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H335: May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
P210, P220, P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P370+P378, P403+P233, P405, P501
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards
None identified
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substance
Name
Potassium Nitrate
CAS No.
7757-79-1
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation
Remove to fresh air.
First-aid measures after skin contact
Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Flush with water.
First-aid measures after eye contact
Flush with water for at least 15 min., lifting lids occasionally.
First-aid measures after ingestion
Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use
Irritation of eyes, skin, and respiratory tract.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information
Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
Not specified
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures
Evaporation at 20 °C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed.
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting
Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures
Contain spill and prevent entry into waterways. Use appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up
Sweep spilled substance into plastic or glass containers. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference
Not specified
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with combustible materials. Use appropriate personal protective equipment.
Hygiene measures
Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions
Separated from combustible substances and reducing agents.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection
Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
Eye protection
Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection
Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection
Use in a well-ventilated area. If exposure limits are exceeded, use appropriate respiratory protection.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state
Solid
Colour
White
Odour
Odorless
Odour threshold
Not applicable
pH value
6.0 - 7.0 (in saturated solution)
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
Not applicable
Melting point
337 °C
Freezing point
Not applicable
Boiling point
400 °C (decomp)
Flash point
Not applicable
Auto-ignition temperature
Not applicable
Decomposition temperature
Not applicable
Flammability (solid, gas)
Not flammable
Vapour pressure
Low
Relative vapour density at 20°C
Not applicable
Density
2.1 at 25 °C
Solubility
Sol in water, glycerol; slightly sol in alcohol
Log Pow
Not applicable
Viscosity, kinematic
Not applicable
Viscosity, dynamic
Not applicable
Explosive properties
Not explosive
Oxidising properties
Oxidizer
Explosive limits
Not applicable
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Reactivity
Stable under normal conditions; may react with reducing agents.
10.2 Chemical stability
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Decomposes on heating. This increases fire hazard. The substance is a strong oxidant.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid
Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Incompatible materials
Strong reducing agents, acids, and combustible materials.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products
When heated to decomp it emits very toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides & dipotassium oxide.
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 Rat oral 3750 mg/kg; LD50 Rabbit oral 1901 mg/kg; LD50 Rabbit oral 1.166 g anion/kg
Skin corrosion/irritation
H315: Causes skin irritation
Serious eye damage/irritation
H319: Causes serious eye irritation
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
Not classified (based on available data)
Germ cell mutagenicity
Not classified (based on available data)
Carcinogenicity
Not classified (based on available data)
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
H335: May cause respiratory irritation
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
Not classified (based on available data)
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information
Not specified
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability
Not specified
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential
Not specified
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil
Not specified
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions
Not specified
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Additional Info
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1 UN number
UN-No. (ADR)
UN 1486
UN-No. (IMDG)
UN 1486
UN-No. (IATA)
UN 1486
UN-No. (ADN)
UN 1486
UN-No. (RID)
UN 1486
14.2 UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
Potassium Nitrate
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
Potassium Nitrate
Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
Potassium Nitrate
Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
Potassium Nitrate
Proper Shipping Name (RID)
Potassium Nitrate
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Transport hazard class(es)
5.1
14.4 Packing group
Packing group (ADR)
III
Packing group (IMDG)
III
Packing group (IATA)
III
Packing group (ADN)
III
Packing group (RID)
III
14.5 Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment
Not specified
Marine pollutant
Not specified
Other information
No supplementary information available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations
Not specified
SECTION 16: Other Information
Disclaimer
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.