Sodium Formate
White crystalline powder or granules · CAS 141-53-7
Overview
Sodium Formate (CAS 141-53-7) is one of the salts & minerals products Suraj Chemicals supplies to industrial, institutional and manufacturing buyers across India from our Chennai base. It is commonly used for buffering/masking agent in leather chrome-tanning; low-corrosivity, high-density oilfield drilling and completion fluid additive; de-icing agent for runways and roads (less corrosive than chloride salts), among other applications in the salts & minerals category. We pack Sodium Formate in 25/50 kg bags, and can arrange bulk, drum or tanker quantities for larger requirements — full characteristics, applications and downloadable documentation are below, or you can request a quote directly.
Specification Sheet — Characteristics
Download Specification Sheet (PDF)| Characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Assay (HCOONa) | 98% Min |
| Moisture | 1% Max |
| pH (10% Solution) | 7.0 – 9.0 |
| Chloride (as Cl) | 0.1% Max |
| Iron (as Fe) | 0.001% Max |
Values above are well-established typical/standard specification properties for this product, compiled from published technical references — not a batch-specific lab report. Figures can vary batch to batch — request a current certificate of analysis with your order.
Applications
- Buffering/masking agent in leather chrome-tanning
- Low-corrosivity, high-density oilfield drilling and completion fluid additive
- De-icing agent for runways and roads (less corrosive than chloride salts)
- Reducing-agent precursor in textile dyeing and printing
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sodium Formate?
Sodium Formate is supplied by Suraj Chemicals as white crystalline powder or granules, identified by CAS number 141-53-7. It falls under our Salts & Minerals range — see the Specification Sheet table above for its full characteristics.
What is Sodium Formate used for?
Typical applications include: Buffering/masking agent in leather chrome-tanning; Low-corrosivity, high-density oilfield drilling and completion fluid additive; De-icing agent for runways and roads (less corrosive than chloride salts); Reducing-agent precursor in textile dyeing and printing.
How should Sodium Formate be stored and handled?
Store in a dry, covered area; non-combustible.
What packaging and pack sizes does Suraj Chemicals supply Sodium Formate in?
25/50 kg bags. Contact us if you need a different pack size, or a bulk/tanker quantity.
What is the shelf life of Sodium Formate?
Typically around 24 months from date of manufacture when stored in original, unopened packaging under normal warehouse conditions, consistent with standard industry practice for this class of chemical. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.
Is Sodium Formate hazardous to handle?
Yes — Sodium Formate is combustible and should be kept away from heat and ignition sources. Follow the storage and handling guidance above, use appropriate PPE, and download the Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) in the sidebar above for full GHS hazard, handling and PPE details.
Is a Specification Sheet, TDS or MSDS available for Sodium Formate?
Yes — a downloadable Specification Sheet (PDF) with full characteristics and specifications is available above, and a downloadable Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) for Sodium Formate is also available above.
Can I get a sample or discuss order quantity for Sodium Formate?
Yes — use the Request Price & Availability button or WhatsApp us with your required quantity, and our team will confirm pricing, minimum order quantity, sample availability and delivery timelines for Sodium Formate.