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Nitrates and nitrites

Nitrate

Also known as Nitrate ion, Nitrates, Nitrate(1-)

CAS 14797-55-8Formula NO3-Molar mass 62.00 g/mol
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Nitrate chemical structure, NO3-, CAS 14797-55-8
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
14797-55-8
Formula
NO3-
Molar mass
62.00 g/mol
HS code
283429
Category
Nitrates and nitrites
UN number
UN 1477

What is Nitrate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Nitrate is a nitrogen oxoanion formed by loss of a proton from nitric acid. Principal species present at pH 7.3. It is a nitrogen oxoanion, a member of reactive nitrogen species and a monovalent inorganic anion. It is a conjugate base of a nitric acid.

Nitrate is a type of anion, commonly found in explosives and fertilisers.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
nitrate
CAS number
14797-55-8 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
NO3-
UNII
T93E9Y2844
MDL number
MFCD00144920
InChIKey
NHNBFGGVMKEFGY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/NO3/c2-1(3)4/q-1
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
[N+](=O)([O-])[O-]

Synonyms

  • Nitrate ion
  • Nitrates
  • Nitrate(1-)
  • trioxonitrate(1-)
  • trioxidonitrate(1-)
  • Inorganic nitrates
  • Nitrate (6CI,7CI,8CI,9CI)
  • Nitrate(1-), Nitrato, Nitric acid, ion(1-)
  • NO3?
  • Nitrate as N @ 1000 microg/mL in H2O
  • Nitrate as N @ 10000 microg/mL in H2O
  • Nitrate Standard: NO3- @ 1000 microg/mL in H2O
  • Nitrate Standard: NO3- @ 10000 microg/mL in H2O
  • nitrooxidane
  • trioxidonitrate
  • trioxonitrate
  • trioxonitrate(V)
  • Nitrato
  • Nitrate (No3-)
  • Nitrate anion
  • Anion Standard - Nitrate
  • 732 - Meat Based Sample
  • Nitrate ion (no3-)
  • Nitrate Std 200mg/L As N
  • Nitrates, inorganic, n.o.s.
Show all 38 synonyms
  • Nitrate Std 1000mg/L As N
  • Nitric acid, ion(1-)
  • Fresh water - Nitrate, low level
  • Fresh water - Nitrate, high level
  • Nitrate Std 500MG/LITRE As N
  • NO3(-)
  • 65 -Nitrate & Nitrite in milk powder
  • [NO3](-)
  • Nitrate standard solution (100 ppm NO3)
  • 787 - Nitrate analysis of vegetable leaves
  • 798 - Nitrate in infant vegetable food puree
  • Nitrates, inorganic, n.o.s. [UN1447] [Oxidizer]
  • Ion Chromatography Anion Std nitrate 0.2mg/mL (200 ppm)

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
62.00 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
61.9884 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-0.24calc.
Topological polar surface area
66.2 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
0calc.
Heavy atoms
4calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0calc.
Formal charge
-1calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS classification
Hazard pictograms
UN number
UN 1477
Transport hazard class
5.1

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  • ABCR GmbH & CO. KG
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  • Amadis Chemical Co., Ltd.
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  • Ambinter
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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Roles

  • Bronsted acid
  • acid
  • antineoplastic agent
  • cardiovascular drug
  • donor
  • pharmaceutical
  • polar solvent
  • protic solvent
  • reagent
  • solvent

Pharmacology

Nitrate is a class of ester compounds of nitric acid (HNO3) and alcohols.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Nitrate is traded under.

HS 2834.29Indicative HS code

Nitrates, other

World exports in 2024
$338M
−26.0% vs 2023, imports $353M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China28.9%
  2. Malaysia9.2%
  3. Norway * partner reported7.5%
Top importers
  1. United States7.8%
  2. Germany6.2%
  3. Australia4.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for Nitrate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Nitrate, based on the data on this page

What is Nitrate?

Nitrate is a nitrogen oxoanion formed by loss of a proton from nitric acid. Principal species present at pH 7.3. It is a nitrogen oxoanion, a member of reactive nitrogen species and a monovalent inorganic anion. It is a conjugate base of a nitric acid.

What is the CAS number of Nitrate?

The CAS registry number of Nitrate is 14797-55-8.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Nitrate?

The molecular formula of Nitrate is NO3- and its molar mass is 62.00 g/mol.

What is Nitrate used for?

Known uses and roles of Nitrate include bronsted acid, acid, antineoplastic agent, cardiovascular drug, donor and 5 more.

Is Nitrate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Nitrate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Nitrate?

Nitrate is usually classified under HS code 283429 (Nitrates, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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