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MOLNIT® K

Potassium Nitrate

(Preservative / Stabilizing Agent)

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MOLNIT® K with the chemical formula KNO3, is widely recognized as potassium nitrate. In the food industry, this compound plays a crucial role, particularly in the preservation and curing of meat products. It primarily functions as a preservative and color fixative, effectively extending shelf life and enhancing the appearance of cured meats.

MOLNIT® K

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Potassium Nitrate

Muby Chem operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility producing potassium nitrate, known for its exceptional purity and efficacy. This compound is particularly valuable in the pharmaceutical and food industries.

Our advanced technology ensures the ideal particle size and shape of potassium nitrate enabling its optimal integration into food formulations.

Application: MOLNIT® K is a key ingredient commonly used in the food industry for its preservative and stabilizing properties. It plays a crucial role in the curing and preservation of processed meats, helping to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria and extend shelf life. Additionally, it enhances the color stability and flavor development in cured products, ensuring consistent quality and safety throughout storage and distribution.

We follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and adhere to international regulatory standards to ensure quality consistency with continuous supply.

MOLNIT® K TYPICAL PROPERTIES

# PROPERTY TYPICAL VALUE
1 CAS Number 7757-79-1
2 Molecular Formula KNO3
3 Molecular Weight 101.10 g/mol

SPECIFICATION

# TEST SPECIFICATION – FCC
1 Appearance It occurs as colorless, transparent prisms, as white granules, or as a white, crystalline powder.
2 Identification
Test (A)
Test (B)
(A) It gives reaction of potassium
(B) It gives the reaction of nitrate
3 Solubility One g dissolves in 3 mL of water at 25°, in 0.5 mL of boiling water and in about 620 mL of alcohol
4 Chloride The mixture does not turn yellow.
5 Loss on drying Not more than 1%
6 Lead Not more than 4 mg/kg
7 Assay Not less than 99.0% and not more than 100.5% of KNO3

PACKAGING

MOLNIT® K is packed in an HDPE bag or HDPE drum with double PE liners inside and is provided with a barcoded label and a tamper-evident seal.

SHELF LIFE, STORAGE AND PACKING

The shelf life is 5 years. Preserve in tight containers.

ACCREDITATIONS

GMP
GLP
FDCA
FDA
FSSAI
FSSC
HALAL
STAR KOSHER
FAMI QS
ISO

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