Is potassium nitrate dangerous

Answer 1

No. It is not flammable but it is an oxidizer which helps other materials combust.

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Potassium_nitrate_%28data_page%29#Hazards_Identification
Potassium nitrate is not flammable, but it can act as an oxidizer in some fires.

Answer 2

It can be explosive, if kept in the right environment. However, Ammonium Nitrate is commonly found in fertilisers, but this has been diluted into a state which can not be used as explosive. It will take some advanced knowledge in chemistry to get the Ammonium Nitrate in fertiliser to be explosive again!

As long as the AN is kept separate from oxidizing chemicals it is very stable. AN will not explode unless confined and allowed to build pressure with an oxidiser. When involved in a fire, flooding amounts of water to cool and breakup the molten mass is required. As in the Texas City exxplosion the AN fire was in an enclosed vessel and the increase in pressure made the AN explosive.

Answer 3

Potassium nitrate can be dangerous if ingested in large quantities, as it can cause health issues such as stomach irritation, vomiting, and diarrhea. In addition, it can be a fire hazard when exposed to heat or flames. It is important to handle potassium nitrate with care and follow proper safety precautions.

Answer 4

Potassium nitrate is not flammable; potassium nitrate is decomposed by heating in potassium oxide and nitrogen dioxide.

Answer 5

Yes it burns at a very high temperature.

Answer 6

no