Sodium Formate Food Grade
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Sodium Formate Food Grade is the sodium salt of formic acid, typically available as a white crystalline powder or granules. It is widely used in various industrial applications due to its properties as a buffering agent, de-icing agent, and reducing agent. Sodium Formate is valued for its effectiveness in textile dyeing, leather tanning, and as a corrosion inhibitor in oil and gas drilling fluids.
Sodium Formate Food Grade
Primary Uses
- Textile Industry
- Used as a buffering agent and dye fixative in textile dyeing processes to improve color fastness.
- Acts as a neutralizer and pH regulator during fabric treatment.
- Leather Industry
- Employed in tanning processes to stabilize pH and enhance tanning efficiency.
- Functions as a pickling agent to improve leather quality.
- Oil & Gas Industry
- Utilized as a component in drilling fluids and completion fluids to reduce corrosion and control fluid properties.
- Acts as a scale inhibitor and lubricant additive.
- De-icing and Anti-icing Agent
- Used as an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional salts for de-icing roads and airport runways.
- Less corrosive and less harmful to vegetation compared to chloride salts.
Secondary Uses
- Chemical Synthesis
- Serves as a reducing agent in organic and inorganic chemical reactions.
- Used in the production of formic acid and other chemicals.
- Food Industry
- Employed as a food additive (E237) with preservative and acidity-regulating properties (subject to regulatory approval).
1. Basic Identification Attributes
- Chemical Name (IUPAC): Sodium formate
- Common/Trade Name: Sodium Formate
- CAS Number: 141-53-7
- HS Code: 2915.49
- Synonyms: Formic acid sodium salt
2. Physical & Chemical Properties
- Physical State: Solid (powder or granules)
- Color & Odor: White; odorless or slight vinegar-like odor
- Solubility: Highly soluble in water
- pH: Alkaline (around 8-9 in aqueous solution)
- Density: Approx. 1.6 g/cm³
3. Safety & Hazard Attributes
- GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under most regulations; may cause mild irritation
- Toxicity: Low toxicity; handle with normal precautions
- Exposure Limits: Follow industrial hygiene guidelines
4. Storage & Handling Attributes
- Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from moisture and incompatible substances such as strong acids
- Container Type: Supplied in sealed plastic or woven polypropylene bags (25kg)
- Shelf Life: Stable under recommended storage conditions
- Handling Precautions: Use gloves and dust mask if handling powder to avoid irritation
- Storage Measures: Keep containers tightly closed and stored in a dry environment
5. Regulatory & Compliance Attributes
- Complies with chemical safety regulations for industrial use
- Approved in certain jurisdictions for limited food additive use (check local regulations)
6. Environmental & Health Impact
- Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable
- Ecotoxicity: Low aquatic toxicity but avoid large discharges into waterways
- Bioaccumulation: Not expected
Safety Handling Precautions
- PPE Required: Gloves, goggles, dust mask recommended during handling
- Handling Guidelines: Avoid inhalation of dust; prevent skin and eye contact; use in well-ventilated areas
- Storage Measures: Store separately from acids and oxidizing agents
First Aid Measures
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air; seek medical attention if irritation occurs
- Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water; seek medical advice if irritation persists
- Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with water for 15 minutes; get medical attention if irritation continues
- Ingestion: Rinse mouth; do not induce vomiting; seek medical help if discomfort occurs
Firefighting Measures
- Fire Hazards: Non-flammable and non-combustible
- Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical, or CO₂ for surrounding fire
- Special Precautions: Use protective equipment when fighting fire
- Hazardous Combustion Products: None known
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