Product Description
Sodium bisulfite is a chemical compound having chemical formula NaHSO3. This salt of bisulfite can be prepared by bubbling sulfur dioxide in a solution of sodium carbonate with water. Properties ofSodium Bisulphite: Chemical Name : Sodium Bisulfite, Sodium Bisulphite, Sodium Hydrogen SulfitePubchem ID : 23665763CAS NO : 7631-90-5EC NO : 231-921-4Molecular Formula : NaHSO3Molecular Weight : 104.055 g/molAppearance : White crystalline powderAroma : Slight sulfurous aromaSpecific Gravity : 1.48pH : 2.5 to 5.5 Applications : Used in commercial wines to preserve flavor & to prevent oxidation.Used in the analysis of methylation status of cytosine in DNAUsed to remove metals from industrial waste water.Used in water treatment to remove excess chlorine from drinking waterTechnical Specifications Test Parameters Standard Specification Observation Result Description A white Crystalline Powder A white Crystalline Powder To passes the test Assay Min.95.0 % on dry base 95.86% Complied SO2 % 61 to 63% 61.65% Complied Solubility in water Clear Clear Complied Iron(Fe) Max.0.007% <0.007% Complied Heavy Metal(Pb) Max.0.007% <0.007% Complied
FAQs of Sodium Bisulphite:
Q: What is the chemical name and CAS number of Sodium Bisulphite?
A: The chemical name is Sodium Bisulphite, and its CAS number is 7631-90-5.
Q: What grade is Sodium Bisulphite classified under?
A: Sodium Bisulphite is classified as Medicine Grade.
Q: What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Sodium Bisulphite?
A: The molecular formula is NaHSO3, and the molecular weight is 104.055 g/mol.
Q: What are the primary applications of Sodium Bisulphite?
A: Sodium Bisulphite is used in medicine, industrial applications, and in commercial wines to preserve flavor and prevent oxidation.
Q: How should Sodium Bisulphite be stored?
A: Sodium Bisulphite should be stored at room temperature.