Sodium Bisulphite
Sodium bisulphite is widely used in almost all commercial wines to prevent oxidation and preserve flavour. It is also used as a bleaching agent in the production and/or processing of paper, wool, cotton etc.
- Synonyms
- E222, SBS, Sodium Hydrogen Sulfite, Sodium Pyrosulfite, Sodium Bisulfite, Sodium Bisulfite Solution, Sodium Bisulphite
- Chemical Formula
- NAHSO3
- CAS Number
- 7631-90-5
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 104.055 g/mol
- Density
- 1.310 – 1.370
- Forms
- Yellow, Liquid (clear), Pale
Uses and applications
Key applications
- Dyes
- Photographic supplies
- Wastewater treatment
- Water treatment
- Cleaning products
- Fuel additive
- Pulp and paper
- Reducing agent
- Bleaching agent