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Sodium acetate anhydrous
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Sodium acetate anhydrous is a white crystalline solid used as a buffer in biochemical applications and a reagent in organic synthesis. Industrial applications include leather tanning, textile dyeing and finishing, photographic processing and electroplating. It is stable at ambient temperatures and available in high purity. CAS: 127-09-3, Molecular formula: CH3COONa, Molecular weight: 82.03 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Sodium acetate anhydrous from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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500 g — £25.00 per pack ex VAT · £30.00 inc. VAT
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1 kg — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Water | ≤ 0.5 % |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤ 400 ppm |
| Assay | 99.0 - 101.0 % |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤ 5 ppm |
| Insoluble matter in water | ≤ 1000 ppm |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 10 ppm |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 2 ppm |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤ 1 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 3 ppm |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 400 ppm |
| pH (1% sol.) | 8.0 - 9.5 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White granular powder or monoclinic crystals |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 324 °C |
| Density | 1.528 g/cm³ |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.00000071 mmHg |
| Refractive Index | 1.464 |
Source: PubChem CID 517045 (HSDB, Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 49106710 |
| CAS Number | 127-09-3 |
| IUPAC Name | sodium acetate |
| EC Number | 204-823-8 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3COONa |
| Molecular Weight | 82.03 |
| Exact Mass | 82.0031 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)[O-].[Na+] |
| InChIKey | VMHLLURERBWHNL-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C2H4O2.Na/c1-2(3)4;/h1H3,(H,3,4);/q;+1/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 517045 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29152920 |
| Tariff Code | 2915290000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
Precautionary statements
- P231+232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Acetic acid, sodium salt
- Acetic acid, sodium salt (1:1)
- Anhydrous sodium acetate
- FEMA No. 3024
- FEMA Number 3024
- Natrium aceticum
- Natriumacetat
- Octan sodny
- Sodii acetas
- Sodium ethanoate
Frequently asked questions
What is sodium acetate anhydrous used for?
It is commonly used as a buffer in biochemical applications and as a food additive (E262), for example as a seasoning in salt-and-vinegar flavourings.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of sodium acetate anhydrous?
The formula is CH3COONa with a molecular weight of 82.03 g/mol.
How should sodium acetate anhydrous be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature in a dry, well-ventilated area.
What grade of sodium acetate anhydrous is available?
Available in reagent grade; other grades may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply sodium acetate anhydrous in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of sodium acetate anhydrous?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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