NPK Industries RAW Nitrogen 20-0-0

NPK Industries RAW Nitrogen 20-0-0 is a concentrated, fully water-soluble nitrogen supplement formulated for precise nutrient adjustment and targeted deficiency correction. Derived from ammonium sulfate, it supplies 20% ammonium nitrogen without nitrate or urea nitrogen.

RAW Nitrogen allows growers to increase nitrogen independently without simultaneously raising phosphorus, potassium, or other fertilizer elements. It can supplement soil, coco coir, hydroponic, and custom fertilizer programs when additional nitrogen is required.

Key Benefits

• Concentrated nitrogen source: Supplies a 20-0-0 analysis for precise nitrogen adjustment.
• Pure ammonium nitrogen: Contains no nitrate or urea nitrogen.
• Fully water-soluble: Dissolves readily for use in reservoirs, irrigation water, and compatible fertigation systems.
• Vegetative growth support: Supplies nitrogen needed for chlorophyll, amino acids, proteins, enzymes, and new plant tissue.
• Deficiency correction: Can address verified nitrogen shortages without adding phosphorus or potassium.
• Custom recipe control: Allows experienced growers to modify nitrogen independently within a calculated fertilizer program.
• Broad media compatibility: Suitable for soil, coco coir, soilless media, and hydroponic systems.
• Foliar-compatible formula: The manufacturer permits foliar feeding when applied according to current label directions.
• Nutrient-program flexibility: Can supplement RAW formulas and other compatible feeding programs.

Guaranteed Analysis and Formulation

• N-P-K: 20-0-0
• Total nitrogen: 20%
• Nitrogen form: Ammonium nitrogen
• Derived from: Ammonium sulfate
• Nitrate nitrogen: None
• Urea nitrogen: None
• Form: Concentrated water-soluble powder
• Product type: Single-element nitrogen fertilizer supplement

Although the fertilizer is derived from ammonium sulfate, the current manufacturer specifications do not provide a guaranteed sulfur percentage. RAW Nitrogen should therefore be marketed primarily as a nitrogen supplement rather than as a standalone sulfur product.

The Role of Nitrogen

Nitrogen is required for several essential plant functions:

• Chlorophyll formation: Supports the green pigments plants use to capture light for photosynthesis.
• Protein synthesis: Provides a building block for amino acids, proteins, and enzymes.
• Vegetative development: Supports healthy leaves, shoots, stems, and branching.
• Plant metabolism: Participates in the compounds responsible for growth and energy use.
• Canopy development: Helps plants establish the productive vegetative framework needed before flowering and fruiting.

Nitrogen demand is generally highest during active vegetative growth. Excess nitrogen, particularly during flowering, may encourage unnecessary leafy growth or interfere with the intended nutrient balance.

General Application Rate

For targeted supplementation or deficiency correction:

• Reservoir or Irrigation Application: Mix 1/16–1/8 teaspoon per gallon of water or completed nutrient solution.
• Application Frequency: Apply as needed while monitoring plant response, EC or PPM, pH, and runoff.
• Sensitive Plants: Begin with the lower rate.
• Established or Heavily Feeding Plants: Increase only when plant response and nutrient measurements justify additional nitrogen.

Because RAW Nitrogen is highly concentrated, measure carefully. Small dosing errors can produce a significant change in total nitrogen concentration.

Official RAW Custom Feeding Schedule

When following the NPK Industries Individual RAW Products custom nutrient chart:

• Vegetative Week 1: Use ⅛ teaspoon per gallon.
• Vegetative Week 2: Use ¼ teaspoon per gallon.
• Vegetative Week 3: Use ¼ teaspoon per gallon.
• Vegetative Week 4: Use ¼ teaspoon per gallon.
• Flowering Weeks 1–8: No routine application is listed on the custom chart.

These chart rates are intended for a calculated custom fertilizer program and should not automatically be added on top of a full-strength base nutrient. Consider the nitrogen already supplied by every fertilizer in the reservoir.

Correcting a Nitrogen Deficiency

Possible nitrogen-deficiency symptoms may include pale foliage, reduced vigor, slowed growth, and yellowing that begins on older leaves. These symptoms are not unique to nitrogen deficiency.

Before adding RAW Nitrogen, inspect:

• Root-zone pH
• Input and runoff EC or PPM
• Irrigation frequency
• Root health and oxygen availability
• Drainage and runoff
• Source-water quality
• Existing nitrogen levels
• Recent environmental stress

Nutrient lockout, damaged roots, overwatering, incorrect pH, or excessive fertilizer strength can resemble nitrogen deficiency. Adding more nitrogen will not correct those underlying problems.

Recommended Mixing Instructions

1. Fill the reservoir or watering container with clean water.
2. Add and thoroughly dissolve the base fertilizer.
3. Add RAW Nitrogen at the selected rate.
4. Mix until the powder is completely dissolved.
5. Add other compatible supplements individually.
6. Check the final EC or PPM.
7. Measure and adjust pH only after all fertilizer components are mixed.
8. Apply the completed solution to the root zone.

Never combine RAW Nitrogen directly with undiluted fertilizer concentrates. Dissolve every component separately into water.

Foliar Application

NPK Industries lists RAW Nitrogen as suitable for foliar feeding. Because the current public product page does not provide a specific foliar concentration, follow the directions on the package being sold.

When applying any foliar fertilizer:

• Test the solution on a small section of foliage first.
• Spray during a cool, low-light period.
• Avoid intense lighting, high temperatures, or direct midday sun.
• Do not spray drought-stressed or damaged plants.
• Provide adequate airflow while foliage dries.
• Avoid routine foliar application to developing flowers or harvestable plant portions.
• Do not exceed the current label rate.

Using It With RAW Grow

RAW Grow already supplies nitrogen as part of its complete vegetative formula. Add RAW Nitrogen only when the existing program does not provide enough nitrogen for the crop, growth rate, water quality, or growing medium.

When combining the two products:

1. Dissolve RAW Grow completely.
2. Measure the solution’s EC or PPM.
3. Add a conservative amount of RAW Nitrogen.
4. Mix thoroughly and retest the solution.
5. Feed only when the final strength is appropriate for the crop.

RAW Nitrogen is not a replacement for RAW Grow because it does not provide phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, or micronutrients.

Using It During Flowering

The manufacturer states that RAW Nitrogen may be used during bloom to fine-tune a nutrient recipe or correct a deficiency. However, the current Individual RAW Products feed chart does not schedule routine nitrogen supplementation during flowering.

Use during bloom only when:

• A nitrogen requirement has been identified.
• The base bloom fertilizer does not already supply sufficient nitrogen.
• The additional amount has been calculated into the total nutrient concentration.
• Plant response and root-zone measurements can be monitored closely.

Avoid adding RAW Nitrogen automatically to a complete bloom formula. Unnecessary nitrogen can promote excessive foliage and alter the intended flowering-stage nutrient balance.

Ammonium Nitrogen and Root-Zone pH

Ammonium-based fertilizers can contribute to root-zone acidification as plants and microorganisms process the nitrogen. This effect may be useful in some water and media conditions but can lower pH excessively when the product is overapplied.

Monitor:

• Reservoir pH
• Root-zone or runoff pH
• EC or PPM
• Water alkalinity
• Plant response
• Total ammonium supplied by the complete fertilizer program

Young plants, low-buffer media, and recirculating hydroponic systems may respond quickly to excessive ammonium. Start conservatively and make gradual adjustments.

Growing Media and System Compatibility

RAW Nitrogen is suitable for:

• Soil gardens
• Coco coir
• Soilless growing media
• Hydroponic reservoirs
• Deep water culture
• Drip irrigation
• Fertigation systems
• Flood-and-drain systems
• Hand-watering programs
• Compatible foliar feeding programs

Its fully soluble formulation is appropriate for irrigation equipment when completely dissolved and used at the proper concentration.

Important Usage Notes

• RAW Nitrogen is a concentrated supplement, not a complete fertilizer.
• Do not use pale foliage alone as proof of nitrogen deficiency.
• Account for every nitrogen source already present in the feeding program.
• Begin with the lowest appropriate rate and monitor plant response.
• Avoid unnecessary nitrogen supplementation during flowering.
• Check final EC or PPM and pH before application.
• Ammonium nitrogen may lower root-zone pH over time.
• Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight.