| Formula / Notation | C2H3NaO2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 127-09-3 |
| Molecular Weight | 82.03 |
| Melting Point | 324 °C |
| Density | 1.528 g/ml |
| Solubility | WATER: 119 G/100 ML @ 0 °C, 170.15 G/100 ML @ 100 °C; SLIGHTLY SOL IN ALCOHOL |
| Appearance | Dry Powder; Liquid; Pellets or Large Crystals |
| Also Known As | 127-09-3; Acetic acid, sodium salt; Sodium acetate anhydrous; Sodium acetate, anhydrous; Anhydrous sodium acetate; Sodii acetas; Sodium ethanoate; Natrium aceticum; FEMA No. 3024; Natriumacetat |
| Category | Salts |
What is Sodium acetate?
Sodium acetate (C2H3NaO2) is a salt that appears as Dry Powder; Liquid; Pellets or Large Crystals. It has a molecular weight of 82.03 g/mol. Melting point: 324 °C.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: sodium acetate
Other Names / Synonyms: 127-09-3; Acetic acid, sodium salt; Sodium acetate anhydrous; Sodium acetate, anhydrous; Anhydrous sodium acetate; Sodii acetas; Sodium ethanoate; Natrium aceticum; FEMA No. 3024; Natriumacetat
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 324 °C |
| Density | 1.528 g/ml |
| Molecular Weight | 82.03 |
| Solubility | WATER: 119 G/100 ML @ 0 °C, 170.15 G/100 ML @ 100 °C; SLIGHTLY SOL IN ALCOHOL |
| Appearance | Dry Powder; Liquid; Pellets or Large Crystals |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Sodium acetate (C2H3NaO2) is a salt that appears as Dry Powder; Liquid; Pellets or Large Crystals. It has a molecular weight of 82.03 g/mol. Melting point: 324 °C.
Used in food preservation, water treatment, chemical synthesis, fertilizers, and pharmaceutical applications.
Irritant or toxic depending on specific salt. Some salts are oxidising agents or toxic to aquatic environments. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Sodium acetate is: C2H3NaO2