Sodium Formate
 

Sodium Formate – Product Overview
Sodium Formate (HCOONa), also known as sodium methanoate, is a white crystalline powder or granule that is highly soluble in water. It is the sodium salt of formic acid, offering excellent buffering, reducing, and hygroscopic properties. As an economical and versatile industrial chemical, it serves as a key intermediate and additive in multiple sectors.
Produced primarily in China through efficient processes, it is widely used for:
   •    Leather tanning (as a buffering and masking agent in chrome tanning)
   •    Textile dyeing and printing (improves dye fixation and pH control)
   •    De-icing and anti-icing for airport runways and roads (eco-friendly, low-corrosion alternative)
   •    Oil and gas drilling (as a component in completion fluids)
   •    Chemical manufacturing (production of formic acid, sodium hydrosulfite, and oxalic acid)
   •    Other applications like detergents, electroplating, and as a reducing agent
Compliant with industrial standards, including common Chinese specifications for high-quality grades.
Key Specifications (Typical Industrial Grade – Superior Quality)
   •    Purity (as HCOONa): ≥ 98.0% (often 95–99% available)
   •    Moisture: ≤ 1.0–2.0%
   •    Sodium Chloride (NaCl): ≤ 0.5–1.0%
   •    Organic Impurities: ≤ 3.0–5.0% (by-product grades higher)
   •    Iron (as Fe): ≤ 0.005–0.01%
   •    pH (10% solution): 6.0–8.0
   •    Appearance: White crystalline powder or granules, no visible impurities
This reliable grade delivers consistent performance in demanding industrial processes. Packaging typically includes 25 kg or 50 kg PP/PE bags, or 1 MT jumbo bags. For detailed COA, custom formulations, or bulk inquiries, contact our sales team.