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Sodium Bisulphite
Sodium Bisulphite, CAS 7631-90-5, 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 water treatment, effluent treatment, pulp & paper, photographic industry. We supply buyers across India and export to 15+ countries, with TDS and MSDS available on request.
Key facts
| Chemical Name | Sodium Bisulphite |
|---|---|
| Chemical Formula | NaHSO₃ |
| Form | White to yellowish crystalline powder / granules |
| Grade | Industrial / Technical Grade |
| CAS No. | 7631-90-5 |
| HSN Code | 28321010 |
| Category | Inorganic Chemicals |
| Supplied from | Ankleshwar GIDC, Gujarat, India |
Main uses of Sodium Bisulphite
- Water Treatment
- Effluent Treatment
- Pulp & Paper
- Photographic Industry
- Leather Tanning
- Mining & Metal Finishing
- Chemical Manufacturing
- Textile Processing
Product Overview
At Aethon Chemicals, we supply high-quality Sodium Bisulphite used across various industrial applications as a reducing agent, preservative, oxygen scavenger, and bleaching assistant. It is widely used in water treatment, food preservatives (non-food grade in this case), effluent neutralization, and chemical manufacturing processes.
Sodium Bisulphite is particularly valued for its ability to remove dissolved oxygen, control oxidation reactions, and act as a sulphur-based antioxidant in multiple process industries.
Chemical & Physical Properties
Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
Chemical Formula | NaHSO₃ |
Molecular Weight | 104.06 g/mol |
Appearance | White to yellowish crystalline powder |
Purity | 58% – 62% (as SO₂) / 95% - 99% (as NaHSO₃) |
Solubility | Soluble in water |
pH (10% solution) | Acidic (approx. 4 – 5) |
Odor | Faint sulphurous odor |
Stability | Sensitive to air & moisture |
Applications
Water Treatment – Oxygen scavenger in boilers & cooling towers
Effluent Treatment – Reduces hexavalent chromium & chlorine
Pulp & Paper – Bleaching and dechlorination
Photographic Industry – Fixing & processing baths
Leather Tanning – Reducing agent in beam-house operations
Mining & Metal Finishing – Used in ore flotation & surface treatment
Chemical Manufacturing – Intermediate for sulphite-based compounds
Textile Processing – Anti-oxidizing agent in dyeing operations
Handling & Safety
Aspect | Information |
|---|---|
Hazards | Releases SO₂ on contact with acid; may irritate eyes & skin |
PPE | Gloves, goggles & dust mask recommended during handling |
Storage | Keep in airtight bags/containers; protect from moisture & heat |
Spillage | Sweep carefully; avoid contact with acids |
First Aid | Rinse skin/eyes with plenty of water; seek help if irritation persists |
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