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Description

Sodium Formate · CAS 141-53-7 · HCOONa. UNII 387AD98770. Melting Point: 253 °C; Melting Point: 257 °C; Density: 1.92 @ 20 °C.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	141-53-7
PubChem CID	2723810
Molecular formula	HCOONa
IUPAC name	sodium formate
UNII (FDA)	387AD98770

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	68.007
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	2
Rotatable Bond Count	0
Exact Mass	67.98742355
Monoisotopic Mass	67.98742355
Topological Polar Surface Area	40.1
Heavy Atom Count	4
Formal Charge	0
Complexity	13.5

Physical & Chemical Properties

Melting Point	253 °C
Melting Point	257 °C
Density	1.92 @ 20 °C
Density	1.9 g/cm³
Density	1.92 @25 °C

Physical description & handling notes

• Dry Powder; CBI; Large Crystals; Liquid
• White deliquescent solid; [Merck Index] White powder; [MSDSonline]
• HYGROSCOPIC WHITE GRANULES OR CRYSTALLINE POWDER.
• COLORLESS MONOCLINIC CRYSTALS
• WHITE GRANULES OR CRYSTALLINE POWDER
• BOILING POINT: DECOMPOSES; DELIQUESCENT

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Substance added to food: PROCESSING AID FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS Intended to be used to support the growth of Streptococcus, Lactobacillus, and Leuconostoc species in fermente Scientific procedures FDA has no questions (in PDF) International Food Additives Council
GHS notification summary	97.1% (2698 / 2778)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	97.1% (2698 / 2778)

Documented Uses

• Used in analytical chemistry as precipitant for noble metals, to buffer strong mineral acids to higher pH, for dyeing and printing fabrics, for tanning leather, and to make other organic chemicals; Also used as an electroplating agent, an acidulant in the textile industry, a reducing agent, a mordant, a complexing agent, and a therapeutic caustic and astringent; [HSDB] Used in photographic fixing baths; [CHEMINFO]
• Electroplating [Category: Plate]
• Textiles (Fiber & Fabric Manufacturing) [Category: Industry]
• Leather Tanning and Processing [Category: Industry]
• Photographic Processing [Category: Other]
• Textiles (Printing, Dyeing, or Finishing) [Category: Industry]

Synonyms

SODIUM FORMATE; 141-53-7; Formic acid, sodium salt; Salachlor; Formic acid, sodium salt (1:1); Mravencan sodny; FORMIC ACID, NA SALT; Sodium formate, refined; Formic acid sodium salt (1:1); 387AD98770; DTXSID2027090; CHEBI:62965; NSC-77457; RefChem:183890; DTXCID407090; 205-488-0

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Sodium Formate?

CAS 141-53-7; molecular formula HCOONa; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Sodium Formate known by?

SODIUM FORMATE, 141-53-7, Formic acid, sodium salt, Salachlor, Formic acid, sodium salt (1:1), Mravencan sodny.

What is the regulatory status of Sodium Formate?

Documented regulatory listings: FDA Substance added to food: PROCESSING AID; FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS; Intended to be used to support the growth of Streptococcus, Lactobacillus, and Leuconostoc species in fermente.

Is Sodium Formate classified as hazardous?

97.1% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (2698 of 2778).

What are the key physical properties of Sodium Formate?

Melting Point: 253 °C; Melting Point: 257 °C; Density: 1.92 @ 20 °C; Density: 1.9 g/cm³.

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