Sodium formate (formic sodium, formic acid sodium salt) is a by-product of pentaerythritol production used as a reducing agent in organic synthesis, with a slight admixture of pentaerythritol and its derivatives.
Sodium formate (formic sodium, formic acid sodium salt) is a by-product of pentaerythritol production used as a reducing agent in organic synthesis, with a slight admixture of pentaerythritol and its derivatives.
In most cases, sodium formate is used as an antifreeze additive in cement and as a component of anti-icing agents, as well as in the production of formic acid.
Also, sodium formate is used as an antifreeze additive in the construction of monolithic concrete and reinforced concrete structures, monolithic parts of prefabricated monolithic structures and monolithic joints of prefabricated structures.
Sodium formate is a crystalline powder of white or gray color (a greenish shade is allowed) without any impurities visible to the naked eye. Sodium formate meets the following characteristics:
Sodium formate content, %, |
not less than 92 |
Organic impurities, % |
not more than 8 |
Chlorides, % |
not more than 2 |
Humidity,% |
no more than 2 |
Sodium formate should be stored in a dry place away from food.
When working with sodium formate, you should use personal protective equipment, namely, a robe, respirator, rubber gloves; work should be done in a well-ventilated area.