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Potassium nitrate as a fertilizer

Potassium nitrate as a fertilizer

For a rich harvest in vegetable and allotment gardens, regular fertilisation is necessary, because plants use macronutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium for growth; potassium improves crop quality and supports the uptake of water and other nutrients, while potassium nitrate (KNO₃) as a commonly used mineral fertiliser supplies both potassium and nitrate; a common dosage is around 100 grams per square metre, evenly distributed to prevent nutrient imbalances, and potassium nitrate in technical quality is available online, including from DutchChems.

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Potassium nitrate

Potassium nitrate

Potassium nitrate is a versatile product with various applications, including fertilizers and personal care products. As an effective oxidizer, it can also accelerate the combustion of combustible materials and is therefore considered mildly hazardous. DutchChems sells potassium nitrate in limited quantities, ranging from 1 kg to 5 kg per order, and the packaging carries an ADR LQ label. Buying potassium nitrate is legal, but the buyer’s intentions are recorded. DutchChems, based in the Netherlands, ships to all EU countries and works with DPD to ensure low shipping costs.

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