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Sodium nitrate

CAS 7631-99-4
EC 231-554-3

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Sodium nitrate
Product Code
221341
Chemical Name
natriumnitraat met een gehalte aan stikstof,van meer dan 16,3 gewichtspercenten, berekend op het droge kristalwatervrije produkt
Synonyms
Chile salpeter

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
7631-99-4 Check regulations →
EC Number
231-554-3 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119488221-41-0013

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

Uses advised against

The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption (40 CFR Section 720.36). It is the recipients responsibility to comply with the requirements of the R&D exemption. The product may not be used for a non-exempt commercial purpose under TSCA unless appropriate consent is granted in writing by MilliporeSigma.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

S

Sigma-Aldrich Inc.

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3050 SPRUCE ST ST. LOUIS MO 63103 UNITED STATES

+1 314 771-5765

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

800-424-9300

24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week

CHEMTREC

+1-703-527-3887

24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Ox. Sol. Cat. 3 H272
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A H319

GHS Pictograms

GHS03 - Oxidizing

GHS03

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat.
P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/ combustible materials.
P221 Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles.
P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type Substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
natriumnitraat met een gehalte aan stikstof,van meer dan 16,3 gewichtspercenten, berekend op het droge kristalwatervrije produkt EC: 231-554-3 7631-99-4 100% Yes

Notes

For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

After inhalation: fresh air.

Skin contact

In case of skin contact: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.

Eye contact

After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

After swallowing: immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult a physician.

Immediate Medical Attention

No data available

Related Substances

Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
solid
Colour
---
Colour Intensity
---
Form
solid
Odor
odorless
Odor Threshold
Not applicable
Ph
5.5 - 8.0 at 50 g/l at 20 C (68 F)
Melting Point
306 C (583 F) - dec.
Boiling Point
380 C 716 F
Flash Point
Not applicable
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Vapor Density
Not applicable
Relative Density
No data available
Bulk Density
---
Density
2.26 g/cm3 at 20 C (68 F)
Flammability
The product is not flammable.
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
Not applicable for inorganic substances
Solubility In Water
874 g/l at 20 C (68 F) - soluble
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
1498
Shipping Name
Sodium nitrate
Transport Class
5.1
Packing Group
III
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Sodium nitrate known by?

Sodium nitrate is also known as: Chile salpeter

What is the hazard signal word for Sodium nitrate?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Sodium nitrate?

Sodium nitrate is a solid appearing as solid . It has odorless odor.

What is Sodium nitrate used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

What are the hazard statements for Sodium nitrate?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H272: May intensify fire; oxidizer.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.

What is the melting point of Sodium nitrate?

The melting point is 306 C (583 F) - dec. and the boiling point is 380 C 716 F.

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