Potassium Nitrate

Potassium nitrate, also known as saltpeter or niter, is a chemical compound with the formula KNO₃. This ingredient serves in manufacturers in a number of ways. It is an active ingredient in fertilizer, explosives, gunpowder, and fireworks, in the way of serving as a source of nitrogen. In food it is used in cured meats to prevent spoilage. There are health concerns around eye, nose and throat irritation, anemia, blood oxygen levels and kidney impact. Consult your doctor if you have concerns about this ingredient in your diet.