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Inorganic Salts

Sodium Sulfite, Anhydrous, 98% NSF

Granular oxygen scavenger and reducing agent for industrial processes.

Article code
SS1523A
CAS
7757-83-7
Category
Inorganic Salts

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Properties

Article / SKU
SS1523A
Chemical Name
Sodium Sulfite, Anhydrous
Chemical Formula
Na2SO3
CAS Number
7757-83-7
Molecular Weight
126.04 g/mol
Sodium Sulfite (Na2SO3)
97.0 – 100.0 %
Alkalinity (as Na2CO3)
0.0 – 0.5 %
Sodium Sulfate (Na2SO4)
0.0 – 2.5 %
Chlorides (Cl)
0.0 – 0.02 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)
0.0 – 20 ppm
Iron (Fe)
0.0 – 15 ppm
Water Insolubles
0.0 – 100 ppm
pH (1% Solution)
9.7 – 10.3
Appearance
White to Pale Yellow
Physical State
Solid, Free-Flowing Granular Crystal
Relative Density
2.63
Bulk Density
≈ 95 lb/ft³
pH (5% Solution)
≈ 10.1
Solubility in Water
17% at 10°C; 28% at 33.3°C
Decomposition Temperature
900°C
Shelf Life
Nominally 36 months when properly stored in original packaging
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated indoor environment. Keep away from acids and oxidizing agents.

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Details

Sodium Sulfite, Anhydrous is an inorganic compound supplied as a free-flowing granular crystal, white to pale yellow in color, odorless, and readily soluble in water. It is a versatile reducing agent valued across industrial processes for its ability to scavenge oxygen, neutralize oxidizing agents, and act as a sulfonating agent. Its granular, free-flowing form makes it easy to dose, handle, and dissolve into solution.

Used as a pulping agent in chemimechanical, chemithermomechanical, and sulphite pulp production.

Removes dissolved oxygen from steam boiler water systems.

Removes excess chlorine from wastewater treatment processes.

Functions as a solubilizing agent in vegetable tanning.

Acts as a sulfonating agent in chemical manufacturing.

Serves as a reducing agent in polymerization and surfactant production.

Used as a reducing agent for dyes in textile processing.

Reduces chrome and other metals in industrial applications.

Acts as a preservative and antioxidant in photographic developer solutions.

Free-flowing granular form allows easy handling, dosing, and dissolution.

Not classified as hazardous under the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and not regulated for transport by the US DOT. Reacts with acids to release sulfur dioxide (SO₂), a toxic and irritating gas. Incompatible with oxidizing agents and may generate strong exothermic reactions. May cause severe allergic reactions in sulfite-sensitive individuals. Avoid skin and eye contact and inhalation of dust. For NSF applications, the maximum usage level is 22 mg/L. For ozone reduction, use approximately 215 mg/L sodium sulfite per 100 mg/L ozone. Residual sulfite levels shall not exceed 100 ppm in finished water. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from acids and oxidizers. Refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before use.

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