Sodium Acetate BP
Abstract:
Sodium acetate, CH3COONa, also abbreviated NaOAc, is the sodium salt of acetic acid. This colorless deliquescent salt has a wide range of uses.
Uses/Applications:
Sodium acetate may be added to food as a seasoning. It is often used to give potato chips a salt and vinegar flavor. As the conjugate base of acetic acid, a solution of sodium acetate and acetic acid can act as a buffer to keep a relatively constant pH level.
Identity:
Product name: Sodium Acetate
Molecular Formula: C2H3NaO2.3H2O
Molecular Weight: 136.1 g/mol
CAS No.: 6131-90-4
Specifications:
| Test | Specification |
| Characters | It occurs as white or almost white, crystalline powder or colorless crystals |
| Identification-
Test A Test B Test C |
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| Solubility | Very soluble in water, soluble in ethanol (96%) |
| Appearance of solution | It is clear and colorless |
| Chlorides | Not more than 200 ppm |
| pH | 7.5 to 9.0 |
| Reducing Substances | Specified test. |
| Chlorides | Not more than 200 ppm |
| Sulfates | Not more than 200 ppm |
| Arsenic | Not more than 2 ppm |
| Iron | Not more than 10 ppm |
| Calcium and Magnesium | Not more than 50 ppm, calculated as Ca |
| Loss of Drying | Between 39.0% to 40.5% |
| Heavy metals | Not more than 10 ppm |
| Assay | Not less than 99.0% and not more than 101.0% (dried substance) |
Shelf life, Storage and Packing
It should be stored in a segregated area in a cool and ventilated place away from combustible materials. Keep in a tightly closed container, sealed until ready for use. It is packed in 25kg or 50kg HDPE bags or drums as required.
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