Sodium Nitrate (Pure) – LR Grade, 500g

Sodium Nitrate Pure is a high quality Laboratory Reagent (LR) grade inorganic salt supplied in a 500g container, suitable for controlled use in educational science laboratories. This well‑known nitrate compound is valued for its reliability and clear chemical behaviour, making it an excellent choice for curriculum‑aligned practical work.

The compound has a CAS Number of 7631‑99‑4 and a UN Number of 1498. Sodium nitrate is typically supplied as a white, crystalline solid that is readily soluble in water, allowing it to be easily prepared into solutions for classroom experiments when handled in line with standard laboratory safety procedures.

Key Features

• Pure sodium nitrate
• LR (Laboratory Reagent) grade
• CAS No: 7631‑99‑4
• UN No: 1498
• Pack size: 500g
• White, crystalline, water‑soluble solid
• Reliable performance for routine laboratory experiments
• Clearly labelled for safe handling and storage
• Supplied exclusively to educational establishments

Ideal for School Science Lessons

Sodium nitrate is particularly suitable for GCSE and A Level chemistry lessons, supporting the study of nitrates, ionic compounds, and chemical reactions involving oxidising agents. Its predictable properties make it appropriate for supervised student practical work.

• Teaching about nitrates and their reactions
• Supporting lessons on oxidation and redox chemistry
• Preparing aqueous solutions for ionic reaction studies
• Exploring thermal decomposition (teacher‑led demonstrations)
• Developing practical skills in accurate weighing and solution preparation

When used responsibly and under appropriate supervision, Sodium Nitrate (LR Grade) provides students with valuable hands‑on experience of an important inorganic compound, reinforcing key chemical principles and laboratory techniques.

Important Purchasing & Compliance Information

Please note: This chemical is supplied only to educational establishments. Orders made for private addresses cannot be accepted.

Reportable Item: This product is subject to the Poisons Act 1972. Transactions are monitored and any order deemed suspicious must be reported. Schools are treated as business customers for compliance purposes.

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Due to courier regulations, this chemical cannot be returned; this does not affect your statutory rights.

Clearly labelled, responsibly supplied, and curriculum aligned, Sodium Nitrate Pure (500g) is a dependable reagent for safe and effective chemistry teaching in educational environments.