Description

Sodium CAS NO 881-17-4 is a fundamental alkali metal element, essential for a wide range of industrial chemical synthesis and manufacturing processes. Its high reactivity and excellent reducing properties make it a critical reagent for producing specialty chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and advanced materials. This product is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and metallurgical industries for applications such as catalyst preparation, organic synthesis, and alloy production.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: As a powerful reducing agent in the production of specialty organic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Catalyst Preparation: Used in the manufacture of catalysts for polymerization and other industrial chemical processes.
• Metallurgy: Employed as a refining agent and alloying component in the production of specialty metals and alloys.
• Laboratory Reagent: Serves as a key reagent in research and development laboratories for experimental synthesis and analysis.
• Heat Transfer Fluid: Utilized in specialized high-temperature industrial systems, such as certain nuclear reactor designs.
• Sodium Vapor Lamps: A key component in the production of high-intensity discharge (HID) lighting.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium
CAS No.	881-17-4
Molecular Formula	Na
Molecular Weight	22.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium metal; Natrium; Sodium element; Sodium ingot; Sodium dispersion; Sodium wire; Sodium shot; Sodium cubes
EINECS	231-132-9

Quality Control

Our sodium metal is produced and handled under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a series of analytical tests, including assay by titration and analysis of key metallic impurities. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly reactive nature, sodium must be stored under an inert atmosphere such as argon or mineral oil to prevent oxidation and reaction with moisture. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials like water, acids, and halogens. The recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Silvery-white metal
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Na)	≥ 99.5%
Potassium (K)	≤ 0.05%
Calcium (Ca)	≤ 0.01%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.002%
Lead (Pb)	≤ 0.001%
Oxide (as Na2O)	≤ 0.2%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.