Sodium thiosulfate PurCert Secondary Working Standard [Includes all characterization data]

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Synonym:  Sodium thiosulfate
Linear Formula:  Na2S2O3
Molecular Weight:  158.11 g/mol
CAS Number: 7772-98-7

Properties

Water Solubility 210 g/l at 20 °C
Assay Purity >=98%
M pt. NA
Density 1.667 g/cm3 at 20 °C
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) NA
Precautionary Statement  NA
GHS Pictogram
Signal word NA
HS Code NA
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids
UN Number NA

Description

Application
Used in photography as a fixer to remove unreacted silver halides. Applied in water treatment to remove chlorine (dechlorination). Used in medical treatment as an antidote for cyanide poisoning. Employed in analytical chemistry (iodometric titrations).

Purpose
Converts reactive or toxic substances into less harmful forms. Helps in stabilizing photographic images. Acts as a neutralizing and detoxifying agent in various processes.

General Description
Sodium thiosulfate (Na2S2O3) is an inorganic compound widely used in chemical and medical fields. Highly soluble in water. Chemically acts as a reducing agent.