Sodium formate
General Product Information
| Article | Sodium formate |
| Synonyms | Sodium methanoate, Formic acid, Sodium salt |
| CAS No. | 141-53-7 |
| EEG No. | – |
| EINECS No. | 205-488-0 |
| IMO | – |
| Tariff Code | 29151200 |
| UN No. | – |
| VLG/ADR | – |
Description
Sodium formate is the sodium salt of formic acid. It is supplied as a white, odorless, crystalline powder, which is Highly soluble in water. Due to its reductive action, buffering properties and low toxicity, sodium formate is used in industrial and commercial processes. It is a valuable product for the leather industry, chemical production, textiles and drilling technology, among others.
Characteristics
- Odor: Odorless.
- Hygroscopic: No.
- Color: White.
- Grade: Technical.
- Solubility: Highly soluble in water.
- Shape: Crystalline powder.
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Chemical Structure | HCOONa |
| Molar Weight | 68.01 g/mol |
| Melting Point | Approx. 253 °C (decomposes). |
| Boiling Point | – |
| Density | 1.92 g/cm³ (at 20 °C) |
| Refractive Index | – |
| pH | 8-10 (at 10% solution) |
Interessing Links
- CAS Common Chemistry – Sodium Formate
- European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) – For chemical information and regulations.
- PubChem – Sodium Formate – Chemical information by the National Library of Medicine of the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NIH-NCBI).
- Wikipedia – Sodium formate
Applications
Sodium formate is applied in various ways, for instance:
1. Chemical Industry
Used as a reductor in organic synthesis and as an intermediate at the production of formic acid and other chemicals.
2. Oil & Gas Industry
In drilling fluids, sodium formate acts as a stabilizing component. It increases the solubility of other substances and works efficiently under high pressure and temperature.
3. Snow & Ice Control
An environmentally friendly and low corrosion alternative to sodium chloride or urea, mainly used in airports, bridges and parking garages. Reduces risk of damage to infrastructure and is safe for vegetation and aquatic life.
4. Learning Industry
Applied at leather tanning as a deacidification agent. Sodium formate helps stabilize the pH level and optimizes the absorption of tanning agents and dyes.
5. Textile Industry
In dyeing processes, sodium formate acts as a reductor, particularly at fixing dyes to synthetic fibers. It also helps improve color consistency and fiber protection.
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| Article | Sodium formate |
| CAS No. | 141-53-7 |
| EINECS No. | 205-488-0 |
| Tariff Code | 29151200 |