Property: White crystals,specific gravity 2.257,melting point 309.5°C,slightly deliquescent, soluble in water and glycerin,slightly soluble in alcohol,when heat at 380°C,decomposed into NaNO2,and O2,At higher temperature, to form O2,N2,NO,NO2,etc.This product is oxidant.Burn and explode if mixed with organic matters,sulfur,sodium bisulfite etc.
Uses: Mainly used for explosives,pyrotechnics,dyestuff,pharmaceuticals,metallurgy,glass,enamel and food,etc.
Packing: In 25kgs net in pp/pe bag .There is amark for dangerous materials on outer bag.
Cautions: Do not expose to sunlight .Protect from rain,Avoid striking anh hitting ,away from cloth,paper,sugar,wood flour,acid and other combustible substances.
UN Number of dangerous goods:1498
Sodium Nitrate