Sodium formaldehydesulphoxylate

Name: Sodium formaldehydesulphoxylate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010972

About Sodium formaldehydesulphoxylate

Listed under CAS 6035-47-8, Sodium formaldehydesulphoxylate is an organosulfur compound available from Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade. The compound has the formula CH7NaO5S, corresponding to a molecular weight of 154.12 g/mol. The IUPAC name is sodium. Sulfinomethanolate. Dihydrate. Alternative names: Methanesulfinic acid,hydroxy- (8CI,9CI) and CH7NaO5S.

The material typically appears as a clear and colourless powder. Literature values give a melting point of 64-68 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 250 g, 500 g, 2.5 kg and 5 kg packs, Sodium formaldehydesulphoxylate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Sodium formaldehydesulphoxylate
Catalogue No.	VQ-010972
CAS Number	6035-47-8
IUPAC name	sodium;sulfinomethanolate;dihydrate
Molecular formula	CH₇NaO₅S
Molecular weight	154.12 g/mol
Exact mass	153.9912
Grade	Synthesis
HSN code	28311020
InChIKey	VJWVWUHJLZEHOU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C([O-])S(=O)O.O.O.[Na+]
PubChem CID	23677960

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Clear and colourless powder
Melting point	64-68 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 6
TPSA	81.6 Å²
Synonyms	Hydroxymethanesulphinic acid monosodium salt dihydrate, Hydroxymethanesulfinic acid monosodium salt dihydrate, Methanesulfinic acid,hydroxy- (8CI,9CI), CH7NaO5S, Sodium sulfinomethanolate--water (1/1/2)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Health hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H341Suspected of causing genetic defects
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child

Precautionary statements: P203, P280, P318, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Sodium formaldehydesulphoxylate?

The CAS Registry Number of Sodium formaldehydesulphoxylate is 6035-47-8. It is also known as Hydroxymethanesulphinic acid monosodium salt dihydrate, Hydroxymethanesulfinic acid monosodium salt dihydrate, Methanesulfinic acid,hydroxy- (8CI,9CI).

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Sodium formaldehydesulphoxylate?

Sodium formaldehydesulphoxylate has the molecular formula CH7NaO5S and a molecular weight of 154.12 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Sodium formaldehydesulphoxylate can I order?

We supply Sodium formaldehydesulphoxylate in Synthesis grade, in 250 g, 500 g, 2.5 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Sodium formaldehydesulphoxylate?

Yes. Every lot of Sodium formaldehydesulphoxylate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Sodium formaldehydesulphoxylate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Sodium formaldehydesulphoxylate is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.