Global - Supreme Potassium Nitrate: The All - Inclusive Chemical Solution
Major Application Fields
In the agricultural landscape, our potassium nitrate is a revolutionary fertilizer. It offers a dual - nutrient advantage, supplying both potassium and nitrogen, two elements that are fundamental for plant growth. Potassium is essential for regulating water movement within plants, enhancing their tolerance to drought, heat, and cold stress. It also plays a crucial role in improving the quality of fruits and vegetables, enhancing their color, flavor, and shelf - life. Nitrogen, on the other hand, is the building block of proteins and chlorophyll, promoting lush foliage growth and maximizing photosynthetic activity. Whether it's the sprawling coffee plantations in South America, the citrus groves in the Mediterranean, or the rice paddies in Asia, farmers trust our potassium nitrate to boost crop yields and improve the overall health of their plants. It can be applied through various methods such as foliar spraying, drip irrigation, or soil fertilization, ensuring efficient nutrient uptake by plants.
In the food industry, potassium nitrate has a long - standing history of use. It is employed as a food preservative, particularly in cured meats. By inhibiting the growth of harmful bacteria, it helps extend the shelf - life of products like bacon, ham, and salami. Additionally, it contributes to the characteristic color and flavor development in these cured meats. Its use in food is carefully regulated to meet the strictest international safety standards, ensuring that consumers can enjoy these products without any health concerns.
The fireworks industry owes much of its sparkle and brilliance to our potassium nitrate. As a key oxidizing agent, it provides the oxygen necessary for the intense combustion of fuel components in fireworks. When combined with other chemicals, it enables the creation of a dazzling array of colors and effects. From the grand displays at international festivals like the Fourth of July in the United States to the New Year's Eve celebrations in Sydney, Australia, our potassium nitrate is the driving force behind the spectacular shows that light up the night sky.
In the glass manufacturing industry, potassium nitrate is used to improve the quality and durability of glass products. It helps in reducing the melting temperature of glass, making the production process more energy - efficient. Moreover, it enhances the chemical resistance and mechanical strength of glass, making it suitable for applications such as high - end glassware, optical lenses, and glass used in the electronics industry.
Specifications
| Product Name | Potassium nitrate | |||||||||
| Chemical Formula | KNO₃ | |||||||||
| Molecular Weight | 101.10 | |||||||||
| Appearance | White powder | |||||||||
| Melting Point | 334 °C | |||||||||
| Density | 2.109 g/cm³ | |||||||||
| CAS NO | 7757 - 79 - 1 | |||||||||
| HS Code | 28342110 | |||||||||
| EINECS NO | 231 - 818 - 8 | |||||||||
| Application | Fertilizers, gunpowder, fireworks, glass | |||||||||
Quality Control Sheet
| Product Name | Potassium nitrate | ||||||
| ITEM | STANDARD | ANALYSIS | |||||
| PURITY | 99.4% MIN | 99.42% | |||||
| N | 13.5% MIN | 13.52% | |||||
| K2O | 46% MIN | 46.08% | |||||
| MOISTURE | 0.15% MAX | 0.14% | |||||
| CHLORIDES（as Cl-） | 0.02%MAX | 0.02% | |||||
| SULPHATE (as SO4 2-) | 0.01% MAX | 0.01% | |||||
| CARBONATE(as CO3 2-) | 0.01% MAX | 0.01% | |||||
| HYDROSCOPICITY | 0.25%MAX | 0.23% | |||||
| INSOLUBLE MATTER IN WATER | 0.03% MAX | 0.01% | |||||
In summary
Our Global - Supreme Potassium Nitrate is packaged in specialized, air - tight containers to maintain its chemical stability during storage, transportation, and handling. Each batch undergoes comprehensive quality control tests, including purity analysis, potassium and nitrogen content determination, and performance evaluations. Whether you're an agricultural producer in Africa, a food manufacturer in Europe, a fireworks maker in Asia, or a glass manufacturer in North America, our potassium nitrate is the reliable and high - performing solution you can count on. It offers a seamless blend of quality, functionality, and safety, ensuring that it meets and exceeds your specific industry needs.