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Detailed Product Description
Sodium Acetate Anhydrous
SODIUM ACETATE (acetato de sodio, acetate de
sodium, natriumacetat) is a "vintage" chemical that continues to
find new applications in this ever-changing technological
world.
Traditional applications of this buffering agent include the
leather tanning and dye industries. Sodium acetate is used in
TANNING to effect a more even and rapid
penetration of the tan. In the TEXTILE industry,
sodium acetate is considered a dye and color intermediate, with
specific use as a mordant in the dyeing process. Because of its
ability to remove insoluble calcium salts, sodium acetate is
further used by the textile industry to improve the wearing quality
of finished fabrics.
Sodium acetate is considered one of the best agents available
for the neutralization of mineral acids. It is commonly used in
SOAPMAKING.
The FOOD industry relies on sodium acetate as a
buffer in controlling pH of food items during various stages of
processing as well as for the finished consumable item.
The COSMETICS industry also values a good
buffering agent, so it uses sodium acetate in a wide variety of
personal care items.
In PLASTICS manufacturing, sodium acetate is
used as a retarder for elastomers (polymers with elastic properties
of rubber). The PHOTOGRAPHIC industry
traditionally included sodium acetate in its developer formula.
Newer applications of sodium acetate include its use as a carbon
source in WATER TREATMENT. Acetate is a safe and
environmentally-friendly alternative to hazardous methanol for the
denitrification of wastewater.
The PETROLEUM industry relies on sodium acetate
as a buffering agent in petroleum production, drilling muds, and
completion fluids.
The MEDICAL & PHARMACEUTICAL industry uses
sodium acetate in formula for diuretic expectorants and systemic
alkalizers. It is commonly used in dry blends for renal dialysis.
The heat of crystallization generated by sodium acetate is widely
and effectively used in the heat pack industry.
Another new application of this versatile chemical is in poultry
farming. Sodium acetate is added to drinking water for chickens to
help prevent disease conditions associated with overheating and
dehydration.
All in all, sodium acetate indeed is a remarkable chemical. Its
applications span a wide range of industries.
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