General Information
Version
1.0
Revision date
2026-03-02
Product name
Potassium nitrate, crystals
Product Synonyms
none
CAS No.
7757-79-1
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For Further Manufacturing Use Only
supplier name
VWR International LLC
Emergency telephone
+1-800-932-5000, +1-610-386-1700, +1-610-728-2103, +1-800-424-9300
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Company Information
company name
VWR International LLC
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
SDS@avantorsciences.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H272
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H272
May intensify fire; oxidiser
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA Classification of the substance or mixture
Hazard statements
H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser.
Precautionary statements
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use water spray, foam, dry powder or carbon dioxide to extinguish. P501 Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment or disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise classified (HNOC) none
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1200 (OSHA HCS) Hazard classes and hazard categories Hazard statements Oxidising solid, category 3 H272
