Sodium Nitrate
Sodium Nitrate, with the chemical formula NaNO3, is a white, crystalline solid compound that is highly soluble in water.
Description
Sodium Nitrate, with the chemical formula NaNO3, is a white, crystalline solid compound that is highly soluble in water.
| Product Name | Sodium Nitrate |
| Catalog Number | PU22000092 |
| CAS No. | 7631-99-4 |
| Molecular Formula | NaNO3 |
| Molecular Weight | 84.9947 g/mol |
| Grade | PUURETA (Pure) |
| HS Code | 31025000 |
| Categories | Lab Chemicals |
| EC Number | 7631-99-4 |
| Synonyms | Sodium nitrate |
Sodium Nitrate, with the chemical formula NaNO3, is a white, crystalline solid compound that is highly soluble in water.
| Product Name | Sodium Nitrate |
| Catalog Number | PL22000092 |
| CAS No. | 7631-99-4 |
| Molecular Formula | NaNO3 |
| Molecular Weight | 84.9947 g/mol |
| Grade | PLURAATA (Extra Pure) |
| HS Code | 31025000 |
| Categories | Lab Chemicals |
| EC Number | 7631-99-4 |
| Synonyms | Sodium nitrate |
Analytical Chemistry: In analytical chemistry, it is used as a reagent in various laboratory tests and procedures.
Food Preservation: Sodium Nitrate is commonly used as a food preservative, particularly in cured meats like bacon, ham, and sausages. It helps inhibit the growth of bacteria, preventing spoilage and extending shelf life. It also contributes to the characteristic pink color and flavor in cured meats.
Glass and Ceramics: It is used in the production of certain types of glass and ceramics to improve their properties.
Heat Transfer Fluid: Sodium Nitrate can be used as a heat transfer fluid in certain industrial processes, particularly in solar power plants.
Enamel and Glaze Production: Sodium Nitrate is used in the production of enamel and glaze for pottery and ceramics.
