Sodium metabisulfite PurCert Secondary Reference Standard (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Linear Formula:  Na2S2O5
Molecular Weight:  190.11 g/mol
CAS Number: 7681-57-4

Properties

Water Solubility soluble 650 g/L at 20 °C
Assay Purity >= 90 %
M pt. >300 °C (lit.)
Density 1.480 g/cm3
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H302,H318
Precautionary Statement  P264 - P270 - P280 - P301 + P312 - P305 + P351 + P338 - P501
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 28321090
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 13 - Non Combustible Solids
UN Number NA

Description

Application
Sodium metabisulfite is used in food and beverage preservation water treatment pharmaceuticals textile processing pulp and paper manufacturing and photographic processing.

Purpose
The primary purpose of sodium metabisulfite is to prevent oxidation inhibit microbial growth remove chlorine and improve the stability and quality of products during processing and storage.

General Description
Sodium metabisulfite is a white crystalline powder with a strong reducing and antioxidant property. It is widely used as a preservative disinfectant and chemical processing agent.