Synonyms: Nitratine; nitric acid, sodium salt; sodium saltpeter; sodium nitrate, crystal

CAS No.: 7631-99-4

Molecular Weight: 84.99

Chemical Formula: NaNO3

Stability:

Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.

Hazardous Decomposition Products:

Emits nitrous oxides when heated to decomposition.

Hazardous Polymerization:

Will not occur.

Incompatibilities:

Reacts with acids to emit toxic fumes of nitrogen dioxide. Contact with the following may cause an explosion: barium rhodanide, boron phosphide, cyanides, sodium thiosulfate, sodium hypophosphite, sulfur plus charcoal, powdered aluminum and aluminum oxide. Fibrous organic material such as jute, wood, and similar cellulosic materials can become highly combustible by nitrate impregnation.

Conditions to Avoid:

Heat, flame, ignition sources, shock, friction, incompatibles.