Sodium Formate
CAS 141-53-7
Molecular Formula： CHO2Na
EINECS 205-488-0
Molecular Weight 68.007
Appearance ：white crystal or powder, slightly formic acid smell.
Sodium formate is one of the simplest organic carboxylate, white crystal or powder, slightly formic acid odor. Slightly deliquable and hygroscopic. Soluble in water and glycerin, slightly soluble in ethanol, insoluble in ether. Its aqueous solution is alkaline. Sodium formate is harmless to the human body and can irritate the eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Application
Mainly used in the production of formic acid, oxalic acid and insurance powder, etc., and also used in the production of dimethylformamide.Also used in medicine, printing and dyeing industryas reducing agent and stabilizer, also heavy metal precipitating agent.Used as reagents, disinfectants and mordants for the determination of phosphorus and arsenic;Used as a preservative. It has a diuretic effectUsed in alkyd resin coatings, plasticizers, high explosives, acid resistant materials, aviation lubricating oil, adhesive additivesIt is used in the leather industry as a camouflage acid in chrome tanning, as a catalyst and as a stabilizing synthetic agentUsed as a deicing agent for roads and airports
Transport and storage
25Kg bag.
Sodium formate should be stored in a dry, clean and ventilated warehouse to avoid damage and moisture, and should not be stacked in the open air. Keep away from heat sources, furnaces, and direct sunlight. Store separately from oxidants, acids and alkalis.
