Potassium nitrite

Potassium nitrite

Potassium nitrite, with chemical formula potassiumnitrogenoxygen2, is a material which contains Potassium and Nitrogen.

Potassiun Nitrite is not to be confused with potassium nitrate.

As a food additive, potassium nitrite is used as a preservative in a manner similar to that of sodium nitrite. It has the E number E249.

Potassium nitrite is a strong oxidizer and contact with skin or clothing, as well as inhalation and ingestion, should be avoided.

Potassium nitrite is used in the manufacturing of heat transfer salts, and is highly combustable.

See also

* Sodium nitrite
* Potassium nitrate
* Nitrite

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