SMBS (Sodium Metabisulfite)
Sodium metabisulfite (Na2S2O5), also known as sodium pyrosulfite or disodium, is a white crystalline or powder solid with a slight sulfur odor. It is an inorganic salt that is used as a disinfectant, antioxidant, and preservative agent. It is used as a disinfectant, antioxidant, and preservative agent. When dissolved in water it forms sodium bisulfite.
APPLICATION & USAGE
- Sodium metabisulfite is used as a preservative and antioxidant in food and beverages, as well as in the pharmaceutical industry to prevent the oxidation of certain medications.
- It is also used in the textile industry for dyeing and bleaching, and in the paper industry as a paper pulp brightening agent.
- Concentrated sodium metabisulfite can be used to remove tree stumps.
- It is used as a bleaching agent in the production of coconut cream.
- It is used in the water treatment industry to quench residual chlorine.
- It is used as a solvent in the extraction of starch from tubers, fruit, and cereal crops.
SIMILAR NAME
- Sodium pyrosulfate / Sodium pyrosulfite / Sodium pyrosulphite / Sodium disulfite / Sodium metabisulphite
PACKING
25 Kgs Bag