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Sodium Acetate
Sodium Acetate (Anhydrous & Trihydrate)
Sodium Acetate is supplied in bulk by Aethon Chemicals, a supplier and exporter of industrial chemicals based in Ankleshwar GIDC, Gujarat, India. It is commonly used in textile & dyeing industry, leather tanning, electroplating, chemical processing. We supply buyers across India and export to 15+ countries, with TDS and MSDS available on request.
Key facts
| Chemical Name | Sodium Acetate (Anhydrous & Trihydrate) |
|---|---|
| Chemical Formula | C₂H₃NaO₂ / C₂H₃NaO₂·3H₂O |
| Form | White crystalline powder / granules |
| Grade | Industrial / Technical Grade |
| CAS No. | 127-09-3 (Anhydrous) / 6131-90-4 (Trihydrate) |
| HSN Code | 29152990 |
| Category | Inorganic Chemicals |
| Supplied from | Ankleshwar GIDC, Gujarat, India |
Main uses of Sodium Acetate
- Textile & Dyeing Industry
- Leather Tanning
- Electroplating
- Chemical Processing
- Rubber & Polymers
- Industrial Buffers
- Oil & Gas
- Laboratory Use
Product Overview
At Aethon Chemicals, we supply high-quality Sodium Acetate Anhydrous & Trihydrate, widely used as a buffering agent, chemical intermediate, and processing aid across multiple industrial and technical applications. Its excellent solubility, stable alkaline buffering properties, and compatibility with organic synthesis make it suitable for pharmaceuticals (non-pharma grade), textiles, leather tanning, dyes, rubber, and electroplating processes.
The anhydrous grade offers superior storage stability and higher assay purity compared to trihydrate, making it ideal for moisture-sensitive and precision formulation applications.
Chemical & Physical Properties
Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
Chemical Formula | C₂H₃NaO₂ / C₂H₃NaO₂·3H₂O |
Molecular Weight | 82.03 g/mol / 136.08 g/mol |
Appearance | White crystalline powder/granules |
Purity | ~ 99% (Industrial/Technical Grade) |
Solubility | Highly soluble in water & alcohol |
pH (5% solution) | Mildly alkaline |
Odor | Odorless |
Stability | Stable under normal conditions |
Applications
Textile & Dyeing Industry – Buffering agent in dye baths
Leather Tanning – pH control in chrome tanning
Electroplating – Used in plating baths as a stabilizer
Chemical Processing – Intermediate in various syntheses
Rubber & Polymers – Catalyst and additive
Industrial Buffers – For pH regulation in process systems
Oil & Gas – Used in drilling fluid formulations
Laboratory Use – Reagent grade substitute for moisture-sensitive conditions
Handling & Safety
Aspect | Information |
|---|---|
Hazards | Low toxicity; may cause mild irritation if inhaled |
PPE | Use gloves, dust mask & safety goggles |
Storage | Store in a dry, sealed container; protect from moisture |
Spillage | Sweep and collect; avoid dust generation |
First Aid | Rinse with water if contact occurs |
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