Sodium nitrate

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Saltpetre

Definition
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Sodium salt of nitric acid (see nitrates below). Approved as a preservative food additive (E 251). Sodium nitrate is used against bacteria, especially to prevent the growth of Clostridium botulinum.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020