SODIUM FORMATE

Sodium formate is used in several processes for dyeing and printing textiles. It is also employed as a buffering agent for strong mineral acids to increase their pH, as a food additive (E237), although not approved in Europe, and as a de-icing agent.

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Sodium formate is an organic salt represented by the chemical formula HCOONa. It is widely used in various industrial and chemical applications due to its specific properties and versatility.

Properties and Characteristics:

  • Organic Salt: Sodium formate is a salt of formic acid, an organic acid.
  • Solubility: It is soluble in water and is utilized in various applications because of this property.

Applications:

Industry:

  • Chemical Applications: Used as a reagent in various chemical reactions and organic syntheses.

Medicine and Health:

  • Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a standard or reagent in certain laboratory protocols or chemical analyses.

Safety and Precautions:

As with all chemical compounds, it is essential to handle sodium formate with care, following appropriate safety guidelines during its use, storage, and handling.

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CAS Number
141-53-7
HS Code
29151200
Chemical Formula
HCOONa

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