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Sodium formate 98%

SKU 90038567 CAS 141-53-7 Available on enquiry

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Sodium formate 98% is a sodium salt of formic acid primarily used as a de-icing agent, a buffering agent in the textile industry, and a reducing agent in chemical synthesis. This product has the CAS number 141-53-7. Molekula supplies Sodium formate 98% from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
90038567
CAS Number
141-53-7
IUPAC Name
sodium formate
EC Number
205-488-0
Exact Mass
67.9874
SMILES
C(=O)[O-].[Na+]
InChIKey
HLBBKKJFGFRGMU-UHFFFAOYSA-M
InChI
InChI=1S/CH2O2.Na/c2-1-3;/h1H,(H,2,3);/q;+1/p-1
PubChem CID
2723810

Synonyms

  • CHNaO2
  • Formic Acid Sodium Salt; NA-Amasil
  • FORMIC ACID, NA SALT
  • Formic acid, sodium salt
  • Formic acid, sodium salt (1:1)
  • Mravencan sodny
  • Salachlor
  • Sodium formate, hydrated
  • Sodium formate, refined
  • sodium formiate

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance
Colorless monoclinic crystals
Melting Point
253 °C
Solubility (other solvents)
Slightly soluble in alcohol, insol in ether

Source: PubChem CID 2723810 (HSDB, ICSC)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sodium formate 98% used for?

Sodium formate is commonly used as a de-icing agent, a buffering agent in the textile industry, and as a chemical intermediate in the production of formic acid.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Sodium formate?

The chemical formula for Sodium formate is HCOONa, and it has a molecular weight of 68.01 g/mol.

How should Sodium formate be stored?

It should be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area in a tightly closed container, as the substance is hygroscopic.

What grade of Sodium formate is available?

We currently supply Sodium formate at a 98% purity grade.

Can Molekula supply Sodium formate in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply Sodium formate in various quantities, ranging from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.

What documentation comes with the order?

Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to ensure full regulatory compliance.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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