CAS 7681-57-4
Sodium Metabisulfite in Kenya
CAS 7681-57-4Na2O5S2190.11 g/mol
Sodium Metabisulfite (CAS 7681-57-4) is a versatile chemical primarily used as a preservative and antioxidant in the food and beverage industry. It is also effective in water treatment applications for dechlorination and acting as a reducing agent. This chemical is recognized for its low pH, making it ideal for applications requiring acidity. Sodium Metabisulfite is commonly used across various industries including pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and cosmetics.
Main applicationFood preservation — acts as a preservative and antioxidant.
Sodium Metabisulfite is crucial in the food and beverage industry due to its effectiveness in preventing spoilage and maintaining product quality. Its role in water treatment ensures safe and clean water, while its utility across pharmaceuticals and agriculture highlights its broad applicability in enhancing production processes.
Also known as
- Sodium metabisulfite
- Sodium pyrosulfite
- Sodium disulfite
- Disodium pyrosulfite
- Natrii disulfis
- Campden Tablets
- Disodium metabisulfite
- Natrium pyrosulfit
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
- 7681-57-4
- Chemical formula
- Na2O5S2
- Molecular weight
- 190.11 g/mol
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- Granular white solid
- Density
- 1.4 g/cm³
- Density
- 1.4 g/cm³
- Solubility
- 54 %
- pH
- 4.0-5.5 (10% aqueous solution)
Sodium Metabisulfite, with a molecular formula of Na2O5S2 and a molecular weight of 190.11 g/mol, is delivered in a granular physical form. This compound is characterized by its density of 1.4 g/cm³ and a pH range of 4.0-5.5 in a 10% aqueous solution. It is soluble in water, enabling its use in diverse applications. When ordering, buyers should specify grade and pack size, as it is typically available in 25 kg bags. It is important to note that this product decomposes upon heating, hence proper storage conditions should be observed.
Delivery
Sodium Metabisulfite 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
- Food preservation — acts as a preservative and antioxidant.
- Water treatment — used for dechlorination and reducing agent.
- Pharmaceuticals — employed as a reducing agent and stabilizing agent in formulations.
- Cosmetics — serves as a reducing agent in cosmetic preparations.
- Agricultural applications — utilized as a disinfectant and preservative in crop production.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Effective preservation of food and beverages extends shelf life.
- Reduces chlorine levels in water, improving quality for treatment.
- Versatile applications across multiple industries enhance convenience.
- Granular form simplifies handling and application.
- Stable acidity levels support precise formulations in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
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 Metabisulfite in Kenya?
The CAS registry number for Sodium Metabisulfite in Kenya is 7681-57-4. Its chemical formula is Na2O5S2, with a molecular weight of 190.11 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 Metabisulfite in Kenya?
Sodium Metabisulfite in Kenya is also referred to as Sodium metabisulfite, Sodium pyrosulfite, Sodium disulfite, Disodium pyrosulfite, Natrii disulfis and Campden Tablets. 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 Metabisulfite in Kenya is supplied?
Sodium Metabisulfite 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 Metabisulfite in Kenya look like?
Sodium Metabisulfite in Kenya is described as granular white solid. 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 Metabisulfite in Kenya used for?
Common applications include food preservation — acts as a preservative and antioxidant., water treatment — used for dechlorination and reducing agent., pharmaceuticals — employed as a reducing agent and stabilizing agent in formulations., cosmetics — serves as a reducing agent in cosmetic preparations. and agricultural applications — utilized as a disinfectant and preservative in crop production.. 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 Metabisulfite in Kenya?
Sodium Metabisulfite in Kenya is supplied to the Water Treatment, Food Processing & Beverage, Agriculture & Agrochemicals, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare and Cosmetics & Personal Care 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 Metabisulfite 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 Metabisulfite 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 656671pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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