Sodium Nitrate
CAS #:
7631-99-4
Sodium Nitrate is a highly soluble inorganic salt used as a reliable nitrogen source in agriculture, chemical manufacturing, food processing, and industrial applications.
Sodium Nitrate is a high-purity inorganic salt valued for its excellent solubility, dependable nitrogen content, and broad industrial versatility. Widely used in agriculture, chemical manufacturing, food processing, and specialty industrial applications, Sodium Nitrate delivers reliable performance where controlled nitrogen availability and predictable reactivity are essential.
General Info & Properties
Molecular Formula: NaNO₃
Appearance: White crystalline powder or granules
Solubility: Highly soluble in water
Applications
Agriculture & Fertilizers
Used as a readily available nitrogen source in fertilizers and specialty nutrient blends, supporting plant growth and crop yield, particularly in fast-uptake applications.
Chemical Manufacturing
Serves as an oxidizing agent and nitrate source in the production of specialty chemicals, intermediates, and inorganic compounds.
Food Processing
Used in controlled quantities as a curing agent and preservative in meat processing and food-grade applications.
Glass & Ceramic Manufacturing
Improves clarity, color control, and melting efficiency in glass and ceramic formulations.
Heat Transfer & Industrial Fluids
Used in molten salt mixtures and specialty thermal systems due to its stability at elevated temperatures.
Markets
Advantages
Highly Soluble & Fast Acting: Dissolves easily in water, enabling efficient formulation and rapid nitrogen availability.
Versatile Across Multiple Industries: Supports agriculture, chemicals, food processing, and industrial manufacturing with a single reliable product.
Stable & Easy to Store: Offers excellent shelf life and stability under normal storage conditions.
Cost-Effective Nitrogen Source: Provides efficient nutrient and chemical performance at a favorable cost-to-performance ratio.
Safety & Handling
Sodium Nitrate should be handled using standard industrial chemical safety practices.
Strong oxidizer; may intensify combustion of other materials
May cause irritation to eyes or skin upon contact
Avoid contamination with combustible materials