Molekula
Sodium silicate
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Sodium silicate is a versatile inorganic compound composed of sodium oxide and silicon dioxide, widely used as a binder, adhesive, and corrosion inhibitor in industries like construction, detergents, and water treatment. It also serves as a food additive (E550) for its emulsifying and thickening properties. This chemical has a CAS number of 1344-09-8, a molecular formula of Na₂O₃Si, and a molecular weight of 122.06 g/mol. It must be stored at ambient conditions and carries a **Danger** signal word due to its corrosive and hazardous nature. Molekula supplies sodium silicate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Assay | >98% |
| Na2O | 18.5 - 23.5% |
| Water insoluble matter | <0.01% |
| Iron (Fe) | <0.018% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | <0.015% |
| Chlorine (Cl) | <0.01% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Base |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless monoclinic crystals |
| Melting Point | 1089 °C |
| Boiling Point | 102 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4 (relative, water = 1) |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Very sol in cold & hot water; soluble in dilute sodium hydroxide; insoluble in alcohol, acids (nonahydrate) |
| Vapour Pressure | 18 mmHg |
| Refractive Index | 1.520 |
Source: PubChem CID 23266 (HSDB, PAC Chemical Database, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90024448 |
| CAS Number | 1344-09-8 |
| IUPAC Name | disodium;dioxido(oxo)silane |
| EC Number | 229-912-9 |
| Molecular Formula | Na2O3Si |
| Molecular Weight | 122.06 |
| Exact Mass | 121.9412 |
| SMILES | [O-][Si](=O)[O-].[Na+].[Na+] |
| InChIKey | NTHWMYGWWRZVTN-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/2Na.O3Si/c;;1-4(2)3/q2*+1;-2 |
| PubChem CID | 23266 |
| UN Number | UN3266 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2839190000 |
| Tariff Code | 2839190000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H290 May be corrosive to metals
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P234 Keep only in original container
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Britesil
- Carsil
- Dryseq
- Sikalon
- Silican
- Sodium sesquisilicate
- Sodium silicate glass
- Sodium siliconate
- Sodium water glass
- Waterglass
Frequently asked questions
What is sodium silicate commonly used for?
Sodium silicate is widely used as a binder in detergents, adhesives, and refractories, as well as in water treatment, corrosion inhibition, and as a deflocculant in ceramics.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of sodium silicate?
The chemical formula is **Na₂O₃Si** (simplified as Na₂SiO₃), and the molecular weight is **122.06 g/mol**.
How should sodium silicate be stored?
Store sodium silicate in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture and incompatible substances.
What grades of sodium silicate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **technical-grade sodium silicate** (industrial purity) and may offer higher-purity grades upon request.
Can Molekula supply sodium silicate in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply sodium silicate in **bulk quantities** (drums, totes, or IBCs) depending on customer requirements.
What documentation comes with a sodium silicate order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a technical datasheet with batch-specific details.
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