
E249
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E249 (Potassium nitrite) is a chemical compound that is produced industrially from a mixture of water, ammonium nitrate (NH4NO3) and potassium chloride (ClK). Potassium nitrite is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula KNO₂. It is commonly used as a preservative and antimicrobial agent in certain food products, especially in processed...