Sodium Nitrate — Deepak Make
White to light cream powder · CAS 7631-99-4
Deepak Nitrite Limited make, supplied in the manufacturer’s original 50 kg bags. Also see our standard Sodium Nitrate page.
Overview
Sodium Nitrate (Deepak make) is technical-grade, uncoated sodium nitrate made in India by Deepak Nitrite Limited and supplied by Suraj Chemicals from Chennai. It is used as an oxidiser in glass and enamel making, in heat-transfer salts and fertiliser formulations, and as a corrosion inhibitor. The values below are from the manufacturer’s certificate of analysis; shelf life is five years from manufacture when stored as per the MSDS.
Specification Sheet — Characteristics
Download Specification Sheet (PDF)| Characteristics | Specifications | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | White or slightly off-white to light cream powder | Complies |
| Purity on dry basis | 99.00% w/w Min | 99.61% |
| Loss on drying | 0.50% w/w Max | 0.13% |
| Alkalinity (as Na₂CO₃) | 0.05% w/w Max | 0.002% |
| Chloride (as Cl) | 0.10% w/w Max | 0.019% |
| Sodium nitrite | 0.05% w/w Max | 0.016% |
| Iron (as Fe) | 0.005% w/w Max | 0.0014% |
Values above are from the manufacturer's certificate of analysis for a recent batch. Figures vary slightly batch to batch — a current certificate of analysis is supplied with every order.
Applications
- Oxidizer in industrial and specialty glass manufacturing
- Corrosion inhibitor in closed-loop systems
- Fertilizer raw material
- Heat-transfer salt formulations
Safety & Handling Summary
| Topic | Summary |
|---|---|
| Signal word | Warning |
| GHS hazards | H272 — May intensify fire; oxidizer |
| Incompatible with | Incompatible with, Reason/Effect |
| Gloves | Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or PVC) |
| Eye / face | Safety glasses with side shields or chemical splash goggles |
| Respiratory | Not normally required under good ventilation. If dust levels exceed exposure limits, use a filtering half-mask respirator (type P1/P2) |
| Body | Standard work clothing; avoid clothing contamination given oxidiser hazard (dry, contaminated organic material with residual nitrate can become fire-prone) |
| Transport (road) | UN1498 · Class 5.1 · Packing group III |
| Emergency handling | First aid, fire-fighting and spill / release measures are in Sections 4–6 of the SDS. Emergency contact: +91 70927 22822 / +91 98402 84032. |
Summary of the product's Safety Data Sheet (SDS), which is the authority — download it above and read it before first use. Ratings can differ by grade and concentration; confirm transport classification for each consignment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sodium Nitrate — Deepak Make?
Sodium Nitrate — Deepak Make is supplied by Suraj Chemicals as white to light cream powder, identified by CAS number 7631-99-4. It falls under our Salts & Minerals range — see the Specification Sheet table above for its full characteristics.
What is Sodium Nitrate — Deepak Make used for?
Typical applications include: Oxidizer in industrial and specialty glass manufacturing; Corrosion inhibitor in closed-loop systems; Fertilizer raw material; Heat-transfer salt formulations.
How should Sodium Nitrate — Deepak Make be stored and handled?
Store in a dry, covered area away from combustible material — strong oxidizer.
What packaging and pack sizes does Suraj Chemicals supply Sodium Nitrate — Deepak Make in?
50 kg bags (technical grade, uncoated); bulk supply on request. Contact us if you need a different pack size, or a bulk/tanker quantity.
What is the shelf life of Sodium Nitrate — Deepak Make?
Typically 3–6 months from date of manufacture when stored sealed, in a cool place away from direct sunlight and heat. Active content in hypochlorite / oxidising products declines gradually over time, so this is one to watch closely. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.
Is Sodium Nitrate — Deepak Make hazardous to handle?
Yes — Sodium Nitrate — Deepak Make is classified under GHS (signal word: Warning) as: may intensify fire; oxidizer (H272). Follow the storage and handling guidance above, use appropriate PPE, and download the Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) in the sidebar above for full GHS hazard, handling and PPE details.
Is a Specification Sheet, TDS or MSDS available for Sodium Nitrate — Deepak Make?
Yes — a downloadable Specification Sheet (PDF) with full characteristics and specifications is available above, and a downloadable Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) for Sodium Nitrate — Deepak Make is also available above.
Can I get a sample or discuss order quantity for Sodium Nitrate — Deepak Make?
Yes — use the Request Price & Availability button or WhatsApp us with your required quantity, and our team will confirm pricing, minimum order quantity, sample availability and delivery timelines for Sodium Nitrate — Deepak Make.
Actual packaging as supplied by Suraj Chemicals
CAS Number
7631-99-4
Appearance
White to light cream powder
Packaging
50 kg bags (technical grade, uncoated); bulk supply on request
Storage & Handling
Store in a dry, covered area away from combustible material — strong oxidizer.
Shelf Life
Typically 3–6 months from date of manufacture when stored sealed, in a cool place away from direct sunlight and heat. Active content in hypochlorite / oxidising products declines gradually over time, so this is one to watch closely. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.