Sodium nitrite
Sodium nitrite is a white or slightly yellowish crystalline powder with a slightly saline taste. It is hygroscopic and soluble in water. It is commonly available in both solid and liquid forms.
APPLICATION & USAGE
- Food Preservative: Sodium nitrite is widely used as a food preservative, especially in processed meats such as bacon, ham, sausages, and deli meats. It helps inhibit the growth of bacteria, particularly Clostridium botulinum, which can cause botulism.
- Corrosion Inhibitor: It is used as a corrosion inhibitor in various industrial applications, including cooling water systems and pipelines.
- Antifreeze: Sodium nitrite is used in some formulations of antifreeze due to its ability to prevent corrosion in cooling systems.
- Dye and Pigment Industry: Sodium nitrite is utilized in the dye and pigment industry for various chemical processes.
- Wastewater Treatment: It is employed in wastewater treatment to control the formation of hydrogen sulfide and its associated odor.
SIMILAR NAME
- Nitrate of Soda
PACKING
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