Salpetre
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| Infobox on Salpetre | |
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| Example of Salpetre |  |
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| Density (in t/m3) | - |
| Temperature (in oC) | - |
| Humidity / moisture | - |
| Ventilation | - |
| Self-heating / spontaneous combustion | - |
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Salpetre
Contents
Description
Transparent, colourless or white crystals or powder shipped in bags, barrels or drums. Used in the manufacture of explosives and matches, in the tobacco industry and in the manufacture of glass and fertilisers. Is a strong oxidizing agents. A dangerous fire and explosion risk when shocked or heated or in contact with organic materials.
Salpetre is essentially a hygroscopic commodity, preferably packed in metal drums. May be packed in jute bags, but this is not recommended.
Reference is made to the relevant IMO regulations of hazardous cargo.
Full information on this product is in the process of completion.
See also: http://www.chemicalland21.com/industrialchem/inorganic/POTASSIUM%20NITRATE.htm