CAS 141-53-7
Sodium Formate in Kenya
CAS 141-53-7CHNaO268.007 g/mol
Sodium Formate, or formic acid sodium salt, is a versatile chemical primarily used in the textile and leather tanning industries. Known for its buffering abilities, it effectively regulates pH levels during processing. This crystalline powder, produced by Parstorp and supplied in 25 kg bags, also finds applications in agriculture and various industrial processes, making it a favorite among procurement officers.
Main applicationTextile treatment — used as a pH buffer to maintain optimal conditions during dyeing and finishing.
Sodium Formate is significant in the textile and leather industries as it ensures product quality and consistency. By maintaining pH levels and improving processing conditions, it addresses critical challenges in these sectors, making it a valuable addition to any supplier's inventory.
Also known as
- SODIUM FORMATE
- Formic acid
- sodium salt
- Salachlor
- Formic acid
- sodium salt (1:1)
- Mravencan sodny
- FORMIC ACID
- NA SALT
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Available in 25 kg bags.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 141-53-7
- Chemical formula
- CHNaO2
- Molecular weight
- 68.007 g/mol
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- White crystalline powder
- Density
- 1.92 g/cm³
- Density
- 1.92 g/cm³
- Melting Point
- 253 °C
- Solubility
- Slightly soluble in alcohol; insoluble in ether
Sodium Formate (CAS 141-53-7) is a sodium salt of formic acid, with the molecular formula CHNaO2 and a molecular weight of 68.007 g/mol. It is noted for its high density of 1.92 g/cm³ at 20 °C. The compound exhibits a melting point of 253 °C and is slightly soluble in alcohol while being insoluble in ether. When purchasing, consider the grade purity, as it is commonly supplied in powder form. The concentration of active substance is crucial for applications in textile treatment and other processes.
Delivery
Sodium Formate in Kenya is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Textile treatment — used as a pH buffer to maintain optimal conditions during dyeing and finishing.
- Leather tanning — regulates pH and aids in the preservation of leather quality.
- Agriculture — acts as a soil treatment to promote healthier crop yields.
- Metal treatment — serves as a rust inhibitor in various industrial applications.
- Laboratory reagents — utilized in various chemical syntheses and analyses.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Effective pH regulation during textile dyeing processes enhances colorfastness.
- Improves leather quality during tanning by stabilizing chemical reactions.
- Promotes plant growth and increases yield through soil treatment.
- Prevents rust formation in metal surfaces, enhancing longevity.
- Facilitates precise and reliable results in laboratory experiments.
Quality assurance
- Batches are checked against the specification values listed above before dispatch.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Sodium Formate in Kenya?
The CAS registry number for Sodium Formate in Kenya is 141-53-7. Its chemical formula is CHNaO2, with a molecular weight of 68.007 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for Sodium Formate in Kenya?
Sodium Formate in Kenya is also referred to as SODIUM FORMATE, Formic acid, sodium salt, Salachlor, Formic acid and sodium salt (1:1). These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Sodium Formate in Kenya is supplied?
Sodium Formate in Kenya is supplied as Technical grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does Sodium Formate in Kenya look like?
Sodium Formate in Kenya is described as white crystalline powder. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Sodium Formate in Kenya used for?
Common applications include textile treatment — used as a pH buffer to maintain optimal conditions during dyeing and finishing., leather tanning — regulates pH and aids in the preservation of leather quality., agriculture — acts as a soil treatment to promote healthier crop yields., metal treatment — serves as a rust inhibitor in various industrial applications. and laboratory reagents — utilized in various chemical syntheses and analyses.. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Sodium Formate in Kenya?
Sodium Formate in Kenya is supplied to the Agriculture & Agrochemicals, Textile & Leather Tanning and Laboratories & Research sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Sodium Formate in Kenya available in?
Available in 25 kg bags. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
Related to Sodium Formate in Kenya
Where this product sits in the catalogue, and the sectors that use it.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.PubChem CID 2723810pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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