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Sodium amide

IUPAC: sodium azanide

H2NNa Bases & Alkalis CAS 7782-92-5
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Formula / NotationH2NNa
CAS Number7782-92-5
Molecular Weight39.013
Melting Point410 °F (USCG, 1999)
Boiling Point752 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999)
Density1.39 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink
SolubilitySOLUBILITY IN LIQ AMMONIA AT 20 °C= ABOUT 0.1%
AppearanceSodium amide is an odorless colorless solid. Denser than water.
Also Known Assodium azanide; 7782-92-5; Sodamide; Sodium amide (Na(NH2)); 5DB3G6PX9D; HSDB 692; NaNH2; EINECS 231-971-0; SODIUM AMIDE [MI]; SODIUM AMIDE [HSDB]
CategoryBases & Alkalis

What is Sodium amide?

Sodium amide is an inorganic sodium salt composed of a sodium cation and an azanide anion. It is used as a strong base in organic synthesis. It has a role as a catalyst and a nucleophilic reagent. It contains an azanide.

Formula & Notation

H2NNa

IUPAC Name: sodium azanide

Other Names / Synonyms: sodium azanide; 7782-92-5; Sodamide; Sodium amide (Na(NH2)); 5DB3G6PX9D; HSDB 692; NaNH2; EINECS 231-971-0; SODIUM AMIDE [MI]; SODIUM AMIDE [HSDB]

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Sodium amide is an odorless colorless solid. Denser than water.. Molecular formula: H2NNa. Molecular weight: 39.013 g/mol. Boiling point: 752 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999). Melting point: 410 °F (USCG, 1999). Density: 1.39 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink. Solubility: SOLUBILITY IN LIQ AMMONIA AT 20 °C= ABOUT 0.1%.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point410 °F (USCG, 1999)
Boiling Point752 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999)
Density1.39 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink
Molecular Weight39.013
SolubilitySOLUBILITY IN LIQ AMMONIA AT 20 °C= ABOUT 0.1%
AppearanceSodium amide is an odorless colorless solid. Denser than water.

Uses & Applications

Used in chemical manufacturing, pH adjustment, saponification, water treatment, and as a laboratory reagent.

Safety Information

Corrosive or irritant. Causes burns to skin and eyes. Store away from acids. Wear protective gloves and goggles. Consult SDS before use.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term Sodium amide
Formula H2NNa
CAS Number 7782-92-5
Molecular Weight 39.013
Category Bases & Alkalis
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Synonyms sodium azanide; 7782-92-5; Sodamide; Sodium amide (Na(NH2)); 5DB3G6PX9D; HSDB 692; NaNH2; EINECS 231-971-0; SODIUM AMIDE [MI]; SODIUM AMIDE [HSDB]

Frequently Asked Questions

Sodium amide is an inorganic sodium salt composed of a sodium cation and an azanide anion. It is used as a strong base in organic synthesis. It has a role as a catalyst and a nucleophilic reagent. It contains an azanide.

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