1. Overview of Sodium Formate
Sodium formate (CAS 141-53-7) is an important organic sodium salt widely used in feed additives, construction chemicals, leather processing, textile dyeing and organic synthesis.
SNOWHITE CHEMICAL CO., LTD supplies stable quality feed grade and industrial grade sodium formate, ensuring reliable performance across both nutritional and industrial systems.
Compared with traditional sodium salts, sodium formate provides both sodium supplementation and formate functionality, making it a multifunctional additive.
Basic Chemical Information
Chemical Name: Sodium Formate
Molecular Formula: HCOONa
Molecular Weight: 68.01 g/mol
CAS No.: 141-53-7
HS Code: 29151200
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Transport Classification: Not classified as dangerous goods
1.1 Physicochemical Properties
Highly soluble in water and glycerol
Slight hygroscopicity
Weak alkalinity in aqueous solution
Stable under normal storage conditions
Slight formic acid odor
Good flowability for industrial handling
1.2 Functional Performance and Mechanism
Sodium formate rapidly dissociates into Na⁺ and HCOO⁻ ions upon dissolution, providing immediate functional availability for various systems:
Sodium ions → electrolyte balance & industrial reactivity
Formate ions → acidifying, reducing, and reaction-participating functions
1.2.1 Practical Application Significance
Feed applications:
Provides a readily available sodium source
Helps regulate gastrointestinal pH under certain conditions
Helps maintain intestinal microbial balance by inhibiting harmful bacteria
Enhances feed preservation
Industrial applications:
Accelerates cement hydration
Acts as reducing agent in dyeing
Functions as masking acid in leather
Maintains performance in low-temperature systems
2. Feed-Grade Sodium Formate
2.1 Product Overview
Feed grade sodium formate is mainly used as:
Sodium supplement
Acidifier
Preservative
Compared with inorganic sodium salts, it offers a highly soluble and readily available sodium source with a combined acidification effect.
SNOWHITE CHEMICAL CO., LTD ensures:
Strict heavy metal control
Compliance with feed safety standards
Stable batch consistency
2.2 Mechanism in Animal Nutrition
2.2.1 Sodium Function
Maintains osmotic pressure and electrolyte balance
Supports nerve transmission and muscle contraction
Enhances nutrient absorption (glucose, amino acids)
2.2.2 Acidification & Preservation
Contributes to acidification through formate equilibrium in the gastrointestinal environment
May contribute to lowering gastrointestinal pH depending on diet composition
Inhibits harmful bacteria (E. coli, Salmonella)
Improves feed hygiene and shelf life
2.3 Typical Applications
Pig feed
Poultry feed
Aquaculture feed
Premix & compound feed
3. Industrial Grade Sodium Formate
3.1 Product Overview
Industrial grade sodium formate is widely used in:
Construction materials
Leather industry
Textile dyeing
Oilfield chemicals
Organic synthesis
Focus is on:
Cost efficiency
Reaction performance
Bulk supply stability
3.2 Cement & Mortar Applications
Core function: Early strength agent + antifreeze
Mechanism:
Increases ionic concentration
Accelerates cement hydration
Effects:
Shortens setting time
Significantly improves early strength development, especially under low-temperature conditions.
Enhances low-temperature performance
Typical dosage: 0.5%–2.0%
3.3 Other Industrial Applications
Leather tanning (masking acid)
Textile dyeing (reducing agent)
Organic synthesis (formic acid intermediate)
Metal surface treatment
4. Quality Control and Testing
SNOWHITE CHEMICAL CO., LTD maintains strict quality control including:
Main content stability
Heavy metal limitation
Moisture control
Batch consistency
Quality Analysis Table
|
Item |
Units |
Standard |
|
Assay |
% |
≥98.0 |
|
Appearance |
– |
White crystalline powder |
|
Moisture |
% |
≤0.5 |
|
Heavy Metals (Pb) |
ppm |
≤20 |
|
Chloride (Cl⁻) |
% |
≤0.5 |
|
Sulfate (SO₄²⁻) |
% |
≤0.3 |
|
Iron (Fe) |
ppm |
≤50 |
|
pH (10% solution) |
– |
7.5 – 9.5 |
|
Bulk Density |
g/cm³ |
1.2 – 1.4 |
|
Conclusion |
Qualified |
|
5. Packaging, Storage and Safety
5.1 Packaging
· 25 kg bags with inner liner
· 1000 kg jumbo bags
· Custom packaging available
5.2 Storage
· Store in cool, dry, ventilated area
· Keep sealed after opening
· Avoid moisture and direct sunlight
· Avoid strong acids and oxidizers
6. Supply and Technical Support
SNOWHITE CHEMICAL CO., LTD provides:
· Annual capacity: 20,000 tons
· Efficient delivery based on order requirements
· Stable quality control system
· Complete COA, SDS documentation
· Customized solutions for global clients
With reliable supply and consistent quality, SNOWHITE CHEMICAL CO., LTD is a trusted global supplier of sodium formate.
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