Synonym(s): Sodium bicarbonate
CAS Number: 144-55-8
MDL: MFCD00003528
EINECS: 205-633-8
Formula: NaHCO3
Formula Weight: 84.01
Form: Granular
Density: 2.159
Refractive Index: 1.500
Solubility: Soluble in water. Insoluble in alcohol
Applications
As a source of CO2, in making sodium salts, baking powder, cleaning compounds
Notes
m.p. ˜50°, begins to lose CO2. ˜100°, converts to Na2CO3. Aqueous solutions begin to decompose into CO2 and Na2CO3
GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements
Hazard Statements: H303
May be harmful if swallowed.
Precautionary Statements: P312
Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
Risk & Safety
TSCA: Yes
RTECS: VZ0950000
Grade Specifications: Maximum level of impurities: Insoluble matter 0.015%, Cl 0.003%, PO4 0.001%, SO4 0.003%, NH4 5ppm, Ca 0.02%, Mg 0.005%, Heavy Metals (as Pb) 5ppm, Fe 0.001%, K 0.005%
Merck: 14,8583
Bielstein: 4153970
Harmonized Tariff Code: 2836.30