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This section provides an overview for potassium nitrate as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 19 potassium nitrate manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked potassium nitrate companies as of December, 2024: 1.American Elements, 2.Positive Group, 3.AG CHEMI GROUP.
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Potassium nitrate, known as saltpetre, is a colorless crystalline powder with the chemical formula KNO3. It naturally occurs as nitrite and has a molecular weight of 101.10, with the CAS number 7757-79-1.
Historically used in black powder for firearms, potassium nitrate has been replaced by smokeless powder but remains an important oxidizer in matches, fireworks, and rocket propellants.
It serves as a coloring and preservative agent in meats and as a fermentation regulator in cheese production.
As a fertilizer, potassium nitrate provides essential potassium and nitrogen, especially beneficial for chloride-sensitive crops.
Its applications extend to tempered glass, pharmaceuticals, solar power heat storage media, glazes, heat treatment agents, cold agents, and tooth polish. It's also found in toothpaste for reducing tooth sensitivity.
With a melting point of 333-334°C and a decomposition temperature of 400°C, potassium nitrate has a density of 2.1 g/mL. It dissolves well in hot water and has neutral aqueous solutions that become less soluble with decreasing temperature. Insoluble in anhydrous alcohols, it's soluble in glycerol.
Upon heating above 339°C, it releases oxygen and converts to potassium nitrite. Its strong oxidizing properties may lead to explosive reactions with organic compounds, and when burned with combustibles, it produces a pink to purple flame.
The potassium cation K+ and the nitrate anion NO3- compose potassium nitrate. Its crystals are orthorhombic at room temperature and undergo phase transitions to triclinic systems at specific temperatures. The room temperature structure features each ion surrounded by six of the opposite types.
Produced by neutralizing nitric acid with potassium hydroxide or carbonate, or by reacting potassium chloride with concentrated nitric acid. Industrial production often involves reacting potassium chloride with sodium nitrate.
While not classified under poisonous and deleterious substances, it is considered a hazardous oxidizing substance under various laws.
Recommendations include sealing the container, storing it in a cool, dark place, using protective gear, and ensuring good ventilation during use. In case of skin or eye contact, appropriate washing and rinsing steps should be followed.
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American Elements was founded in 1997 in California and currently has research and production facilities in Utah, Mexico, China, and the United Kingdom. AE manufactures and distributes advanced materials from a catalog of over 30,000 products for bulk industrial use as well as small scale laboratory use. AE also provides testing and analyses services including spectroscopy along with structural, thermal, and electrical analyses. AE holds sustainable development as a core corporate value and is committed to work to protect the health of the environment.
Junsei Chemical Co. Ltd., established in 1948 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a manufacturer of chemical reagents and chemical products, including commissioned synthesis of chemical products. Some of the products it makes include Sodium chloride solution, concentrated glycerin, calcium chloride, ascorbic acid, and nitric acid. The chemical products have a wide range of applications and can be used in pathological examination, as food additives, for analysis, and in the pharmaceutical industry. All its plants, including its research institute, are ISO4001 and ISO9001 certified, while its Saitama and Ibaraki plants are equipped with buildings that comply with GMP.
Kishida Chemical Co. Ltd., established in 1924 and headquartered in Osaka, Japan, is a manufacturer of reagents and high-purity chemicals and also does drug discovery support activities. Its product portfolio includes fine chemicals, research chemicals, ionic liquid, organic micro-analytical reagents, and chemical reagents for analysis. The products support several industries, including reagent business, battery material, drug discovery, and life science. The company is ISO 14001 certified and supplies several companies worldwide, including Meterion Advanced Chemicals Inc., Acros Organics, ChemBridge Corporation, Decon Laboratories, and InerBioScreen Ltd.
SINOY GROUP LIMITED is a manufacturer and supplier of chemical products that was established in 2007 and is headquartered in Qingdao, China. The company produces a wide range of raw materials, including inorganic chemical raw materials, fine chemical raw materials and organic chemical raw materials. AINOY GROUP LIMITED’s inorganic compounds list includes Barium Nitrate, Sodium Nitrate, Sodium Nitrite, Barium Hydroxide, and Barium Chloride. Its products, such as inorganic compounds, superfoods, and collagen peptides are used by a number of industries including agriculture, food and electronic industries.
Creative Unichem Private Limited was established in 2018 and is a manufacturer and exporter of agricultural products located in Gujarat, India. The company’s product portfolio includes water-soluble fertilizers, agricultural insecticides, herbicides, and bio larvicides. It also offers potassium nitrate powder, humic power biopesticides, and fungicides. These products are designed for the agriculture sector to increase crop yields, improve the quality of crops, and reduce input costs in water, fertilizer, and pesticides. The company holds ISO 9001:2015 certification and is verified by IndiaMART to export products globally.
Jagannath Chemicals, established in 1985, is a manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of industrial chemicals headquartered in Tamil Nadu, India. The company mainly produces potassium nitrate, barium nitrate, aluminum alloy powder, and industrial solvents. It also offers red lead oxide, cupric oxide, and terracotta candles. These products are used in pyrotechnic, printing, ceramics, and agricultural applications. The company's manufacturing facility adheres to global quality standards and conducts testing for defects and contamination.
New Bright Alloychem Private Ltd., established in 1997, is a chemical manufacturer and supplier based in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. The company’s product line includes various industrial chemicals, such as aluminum-magnesium alloy lumps for engineering equipment, magnesium powder for dietary supplements, automotive components, and fireworks, magnesium sulfate for agriculture, pharmaceutical, and water treatment, as well as brazing powder for metal joining. The company also offers other products including dextrin for adhesives, foundries, and paint, strontium nitrate for coloration and oxidation in pyrotechnics, potassium nitrate for explosives and fertilizers, as well as sodium hydrosulfite for gas purification, industrial dying, and water treatment.
Otsuka Chemical Co., Ltd., was established in 1950 and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan as a manufacturer of inorganic salts among other products. The company offers an extensive and diversified product portfolio including blended foaming agents, polymerization initiators, potassium titanate filler, advanced rubber additives, aromatic chemicals, and more. These products are integral to various industries including the automotive sector as capacitor electrolysis solutions for electric components, electronic devices as a detergent for semiconductor-related components, residential use as a fire retardant for printed boards, and medical use as synthetic raw materials.
Yingfengyuan Industrial Group Limited, founded in China in 2007, is a manufacturer of Nitrate chemicals products. The company's product portfolio comprises Barium Nitrate, Sodium Nitrite, Barium Chloride, and Strontium Nitrate, which find application in industries like Food and Beverage, Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology, Chemical and Petrochemical, Environmental Testing, and Electronics.The company has a global distribution network and a customer support center. They export to South Korea, Japan, Russia, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, America, and Brazil.
Millipore Sigma, formerly known as Sigma-Aldrich, was created in 175 through the merger of Sigma Chemical Company and Aldrich Chemical company and today is a subsidiary of Merck. Millipore Sigma is a life science and biotechnology company serving the industry with several products and services. Some of their product categories include peptide synthesis materials, biochemicals, building blocks, catalysts, chemical biology, chemical synthesis, flavors & fragrances, formulation, lab chemicals, lab safety, APIs, and stable isotopes. Services include characterization, contract manufacturing, custom products, software, support, testing, and mRNA development & manufacturing.
Positive Group, based in Gujarat, India, is a manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of water-soluble and NPK fertilizers established in 2008. The company provides industrial chemicals such as monoammonium phosphate, potassium nitrate, monopotassium phosphate, calcium nitrate, and magnesium sulfate for applications in ceramics, propellants, fire extinguishers, and water treatment. Additionally, it offers various NPK gel and liquid fertilizers with different nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium concentrations. The company caters to a diverse range of sectors, including chemicals, fertilizers, agro-exports, minerals, and pharmaceuticals.
SQM, founded in 1968 and headquartered in North Chile, is a manufacturer and mining company that runs sites for producing Caliche and Brine's mineral resources used in iodine & derivatives, potassium, lithium & derivatives, specialty plant nutrients, and Industrial Chemicals. The chemicals include potassium nitrate, sodium nitrate, sodium nitrate, sodium nitrate, and specialty blends through the specialty plant nutrients segment. The iodine and derivatives segment deals with iodine and iodine derivatives used in medical, pharmaceutical, agricultural, and industrial applications, whereas the lithium and derivatives segments are lithium carbonate used in battery, air conditioning chemicals, pharmaceuticals, ceramic and enamel industries.
Nacalai Tesque Inc., founded in 1846 and headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, is a manufacturer of research chemicals, fine chemicals, diagnostics, and the related instruments. Some of its products include cytokines, nucleic acid electrophoresis, cell dissociation reagents, and sialic acid-related products, and it also offers custom and bulk service for bulk reagents and cell culture media. The company has more than 50 domestic distributors and several worldwide, including Asia, the Middle East, Oceania, Europe, and Africa. It is ISO 9001 and ISO 9002 certified, while the Kyoto South brand and Tesque factory are ISO 14001 certified.
RX Chemicals was founded in Mumbai, India, in 2011. RX Chemicals sells chemical-based products for many sectors including automobile, agriculture, airline, medicine, and accessories. Automobile products include carwash shampoo, compressor cleaner, and interior cleaners. Agricultural products include fungicides, herbicides, and pesticides. Airline products include exterior products such as deicing fluid, as well as interior products such as solvent cleaner. The company also provides a range of services including chemical inspection, logistics, chemical usage supervision, as well as tank cleaning.
Founded in 1981, Central Drug House Ltd. serves the scientific community via manufacturing and marketing a library of over 9,000 products to laboratory fine chemicals and dehydrated culture media with emphasis on purity and service. Examples are acids & bases, adsorbents, disinfectants, indicator papers, oils, and solvents. CDH provides bio chemicals, research chemicals, laboratory reagents, various solvents, stains & indicators, and dehydrated culture media. CDH is ISO 9001 certified and CDHs’ products are in compliance with specifications of IP, BP, USP, and EP standards.
Vizag Chemical International was founded in Andhra Pradesh, India, in 2011. Vizag Chemical International sells chemical-based products for many sectors including automotive, agriculture, airline, deodorizers, construction chemicals, boat maintenance, degreasers, detergents, drain clean products, greases, personal hygiene, lab chemicals and equipment, fuel treatment, metal treatment, tank cleaners, swimming pool and spa chemicals, scale removers, sewage chemical treatment, as well as raw chemicals. Vizag Chemical International also provides a range of services including chemical inspection, logistics, chemical usage supervision, as well as tank cleaning.
Vishnupriya Chemicals Pvt. Ltd. is an ISO 9001:2008 certified company that manufactures, supplies, and exports different types of inorganic and speciality chemicals as well as custom-made products such as EDTA, Oxalates, Sulphates, etc. Such chemicals are widely employed in different industries, including food, textile, and pharmaceutical firms. By sticking to the highest quality requirements, the company has 40 years of industry experience in offering superior-quality chemicals. Besides manufacturing chemicals, it also produces organic compounds and pharma intermediates. Due to effective production, packaging, and delivery services, the company is entertaining national and international clients.
AG CHEMI GROUP Ltd. was established in 1994 and is based in Rakovník, Czech Republic, as a supplier, importer, and exporter of chemical raw materials. The company offers various products, including potassium sulfate, ABSOLUT, 2,4-dinitrophenol 99%, acetone, and alanine, among others. The materials have various applications, including being used in dietary supplements and pharmaceuticals, serving as fertilizers, finding usage in alcohol making, acting as solvents in manufacturing processes, and functioning as research reagents. The company caters to industries including explosives, construction, automotive, mining, chemical, ceramics, and refractory.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | American Elements |
13.9%
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| 2 | Positive Group |
8.4%
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| 3 | AG CHEMI GROUP |
8.4%
|
| 4 | Nitroparis S.L |
8.0%
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| 5 | SINOY GROUP LIMITED |
6.2%
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| 6 | Junsei Chemical Co.,Ltd. |
5.9%
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| 7 | Jagannath Chemicals |
5.6%
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| 8 | Creative Unichem Private Limited |
5.3%
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| 9 | Yingfengyuan Industrial Group Limited |
5.3%
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| 10 | Kishida Chemical Co.,Ltd. |
4.3%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the potassium nitrate page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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India
|
5 | 38.5% |
|
Japan
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4 | 30.8% |
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China
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2 | 15.4% |
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United States of America
|
1 | 7.7% |
|
Czech Republic
|
1 | 7.7% |
