Additional Information for Sodium Formate
Sodium formate is a chemical compound with the formula NaCHO2. It is the sodium salt of formic acid. It is a white crystalline powder that is highly soluble in water. Sodium formate is commonly used in various industries, including:
1. Leather industry: Sodium formate is used as a tanning agent in the leather industry. It helps in the preservation and softening of leather.
2. Oil drilling industry: It is used as a drilling fluid additive in the oil drilling industry. Sodium formate helps to control the rheological properties of drilling fluids and prevent clay swelling.
3. Deicing agent: Sodium formate is used as a deicing agent for runways and roads during winter. It helps to melt ice and snow by lowering the freezing point of water.
4. Chemical synthesis: Sodium formate is used as a reducing agent in various chemical reactions. It is commonly used in the production of formic acid, sodium hydrosulfite, and other organic compounds.
5. Food industry: Sodium formate is used as a food additive, primarily as a preservative and acidity regulator.
It is important to handle sodium formate with care as it can be harmful if ingested or inhaled. It is advisable to follow proper safety precautions and guidelines when working with this chemical.
Related Item Names for INC 12060 Sodium Formate
NATO Stock Numbers with Item Name 12060 Sodium Formate Page 1 of 1
- 32321 250 G PLASTIKFLASCHE
- RNCC: 6 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 9
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- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 6
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- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 6
- 30142
- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 6