Quick Answer:Sodium Formate is the sodium salt of formic acid, CAS No. 141-53-7, molecular formula HCOONa, molecular weight about 68.01. It can be used in chemical synthesis, leather processing, dyeing and finishing, and some process formulations. When purchasing, specific uses should be converted into testable specification requirements, focusing on checking items such as content, moisture, sodium hydroxide, sodium carbonate, sodium chloride, sodium sulfide, etc., and based on the TDS and COA confirmed by both parties.

Basic Information of Sodium Formate

The English name of Sodium Formate is Sodium Formate, which is a formate composed of sodium ions and formate ions. The CAS number included in PubChem is 141-53-7, and the molecular formula can be written as CHNaO2 or HCOONa. Buyers should use consistent identity information in inquiries, sample labels, test reports, and contracts, and especially avoid confusing Sodium Formate with other sodium salts or products with similar names.

Whether Sodium Formate 'can be used' is not only determined by the name. The key indicators of the same product in chemical synthesis, leather, and dyeing and finishing processes are not completely the same: some processes pay more attention to the main content and moisture, and some processes are more sensitive to chlorides, alkaline impurities, or sulfides. Therefore, the purchaser should first define the process tolerance range and then select the corresponding grade.

What are the industrial uses of sodium formate?

Raw materials for chemical synthesis or process aids

Sodium formate can participate in relevant chemical routes such as formic acid, oxalic acid, sodium dithionite, etc., and can also be used as a process raw material in specific reactions or formulations. The material balance, reaction conditions and product quality requirements of specific routes are determined by the production process. General use descriptions cannot replace pilot tests, middle tests and safety assessments in factories.

Leather processing

In some leather processes, sodium formate can be used as a process aid. Leather enterprises usually need to verify in combination with their own formulations, leather types, pH control methods and subsequent processes. If impurities or dissolution properties affect the color and feel of the finished product, relevant indicators should be specified in the procurement standards instead of only requiring a total content.

Dyeing and finishing and other formulations

Sodium formate can also be used in some dyeing, finishing, catalysis or stabilization related processes. There are large differences in ion load, solubility and impurity tolerance in different systems. It is recommended that the technical department provide target parameters and confirm batches. When comparing formate solutions, you can viewADDEASY Formic Acid and Formate Product Series。

How to understand the specifications of sodium formate?

ADDEASY's existing sodium formate product page discloses three reference grades: excellent grade, first-class grade and qualified grade. The content of sodium formate is not less than 97%, 95% and 93% respectively; the upper limit of moisture is 0.5%, 1.0% and 1.5% respectively. The page also lists control items such as sodium hydroxide, sodium carbonate, sodium chloride and sodium sulfide. This information is suitable for preliminary screening, but the purchase contract shall still be subject to the latest specification sheet, representative batch or current batch COA and written confirmation from both parties.

Specifications comparison should use the same caliber. For example, "97% content" cannot explain that all impurities are the same; dry basis and wet basis, detection methods, sampling rules and judgment methods may also affect the results. For continuous production customers, it is recommended to clarify key items, detection methods, allowable deviations and abnormal batch handling methods, and complete sample or trial order verification first.

Sodium Formate Purchase List

• Application Scenarios:Indicate for synthesis, leather, dyeing and finishing or other specific processes.
• Target Specifications:Submit the upper limits of main content, moisture and key impurities, and provide internal standards when necessary.
• Document Requirements:Confirm TDS, SDS, COA, labels and possible trade documents required.
• Packaging Requirements:ADDEASY currently lists 25kg bags on the product page; the actual available packaging and labeling requirements should be confirmed before the order.
• Business Parameters:Provide quantity, delivery plan, port of destination, trade terms and receipt restrictions.

If you are comparing Sodium Formate suppliers, you can passADDEASY Contact PageSubmit the above parameters. We will check the current product information, packaging and supply conditions according to the use to avoid incomparable quotations due to incomplete inquiry information.

What should be paid attention to in packaging, storage and transportation?

Sodium Formate should be kept in good packaging, dry and avoid pollution during storage and handling. Warehouse conditions, stacking methods, personal protection and leakage disposal should follow the latest SDS of the supplier and enterprise system. Even if the product is usually supplied in solid bags, the packaging material, net weight, pallet, shipping mark and container moisture-proof arrangements should be confirmed before shipment.

Requirements for chemical import, labeling, registration, and documentation may vary by destination country. The buyer should confirm import eligibility and compliance with local regulations; transportation classification and operation requirements should be determined by the relevant party based on the actual product, packaging, and route.

Frequently Asked Questions FAQ

Question: What is the CAS number of sodium formate?

Answer:The CAS number of sodium formate is 141-53-7, English name is Sodium Formate, and the molecular formula is HCOONa. The name in inquiry, customs declaration documents, and quality documents should be consistent with the CAS number.

Question: Is a higher content of sodium formate necessarily better?

Answer:Not necessarily. A higher content may be beneficial for some processes, but the truly suitable grade also depends on moisture and specific impurity limits, process stability, and overall cost. It should be selected according to the application, not just a single number.

Question: What are the common uses of sodium formate?

Answer:Common directions include chemical synthesis, leather processing, dyeing and finishing, and some catalytic or stabilization-related processes. The requirements for specifications vary for each application, and technical verification should be completed before production and use.

Question: How to obtain comparable quotations for sodium formate?

Answer:Provide the same specifications, quantity, packaging, port of destination, delivery time, and FOB/CIF/CNF terms to each supplier, then compare the product and total delivery cost. When parameters are inconsistent, unit prices are not directly comparable.

Question: Can you provide COA, SDS, and TDS?

Answer:The buyer can raise document requirements during the inquiry stage. The version, language, and batch information that can be provided should be further confirmed by ADDEASY according to the specific product and order.

Obtain specifications and quotations for sodium formate

When you need a sodium formate quotation, please specify the application, target grade or internal specifications, expected purchase quantity, packaging requirements, port of destination and trade terms. ADDEASY can then confirm the current specifications, COA, SDS, TDS and the corresponding quotation. For further information, you can viewADDEASY Sodium Formate Product Page, or you can browseFine Chemical Products and Applications.