Sodium Nitrate
Sodium Nitrate
CAS Number: 7631-99-4
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Sodium nitrate is a versatile sodium-based compound widely valued for its oxidizing properties and solubility, making it essential across numerous industrial and specialty applications. It is extensively used in the production of fertilizers, where it provides a readily available source of nitrogen for agricultural crops. In chemical manufacturing, sodium nitrate serves as a key oxidizing agent in the synthesis of specialty chemicals, explosives, and pyrotechnics.
Beyond agriculture and chemical synthesis, sodium nitrate is employed in water treatment, food preservation, glass and ceramics manufacturing, and metal processing. In the food industry, it is used in controlled amounts as a curing and preserving agent for meats. Its stability, effectiveness, and wide availability have made sodium nitrate a critical raw material for industries ranging from agriculture and food processing to construction, mining, and specialty chemical production.
Synonyms: Sodium nitrate, NaNO₃, Chile saltpeter
Characteristics:
IUPAC Name: Sodium nitrate
CAS Number: 7631-99-4
UN Number: 1498
Recommended Use / Industries:
- Fertilizers
- Explosives and pyrotechnics
- Glass and ceramics
- Food preservatives
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