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Sodium thiosulfate

IUPAC: disodium;dioxido-oxo-sulfanylidene-lambda6-sulfane;pentahydrate

H10Na2O8S2 Salts CAS 10102-17-7
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Formula / NotationH10Na2O8S2
CAS Number10102-17-7
Molecular Weight248.19
AppearanceOther Solid
Also Known Asdisodium;dioxido-oxo-sulfanylidene-lambda6-sulfane;pentahydrate; SODIUM THIOSULFATE PENTAHYDRATE; 10102-17-7; Disodium thiosulfate pentahydrate; Sodium thiosulfate, pentahydrate; Thiosulfuric acid (H2S2O3), disodium salt, pentahydrate; DTXSID6044197; CHEBI:32150; Antichlor; RefChem:931939
CategorySalts

What is Sodium thiosulfate?

Sodium thiosulfate pentahydrate is a hydrate consisting of sodium thiosulfate with 5 mol eq. of water. It has a role as a nephroprotective agent, an antifungal drug and an antidote to cyanide poisoning. It contains a sodium thiosulfate.

Formula & Notation

H10Na2O8S2

IUPAC Name: disodium;dioxido-oxo-sulfanylidene-lambda6-sulfane;pentahydrate

Other Names / Synonyms: disodium;dioxido-oxo-sulfanylidene-lambda6-sulfane;pentahydrate; SODIUM THIOSULFATE PENTAHYDRATE; 10102-17-7; Disodium thiosulfate pentahydrate; Sodium thiosulfate, pentahydrate; Thiosulfuric acid (H2S2O3), disodium salt, pentahydrate; DTXSID6044197; CHEBI:32150; Antichlor; RefChem:931939

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Other Solid. Molecular formula: H10Na2O8S2. Molecular weight: 248.19 g/mol.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Molecular Weight248.19
AppearanceOther Solid

Uses & Applications

Used in food preservation, water treatment, chemical synthesis, fertilizers, and pharmaceutical applications.

Safety Information

Irritant or toxic depending on specific salt. Some salts are oxidising agents or toxic to aquatic environments. Consult SDS before use.

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

Key Facts

Term Sodium thiosulfate
Formula H10Na2O8S2
CAS Number 10102-17-7
Molecular Weight 248.19
Category Salts
Index All "S" terms
Synonyms disodium;dioxido-oxo-sulfanylidene-lambda6-sulfane;pentahydrate; SODIUM THIOSULFATE PENTAHYDRATE; 10102-17-7; Disodium thiosulfate pentahydrate; Sodium thiosulfate, pentahydrate; Thiosulfuric acid (H2S2O3), disodium salt, pentahydrate; DTXSID6044197; CHEBI:32150; Antichlor; RefChem:931939

Frequently Asked Questions

Sodium thiosulfate pentahydrate is a hydrate consisting of sodium thiosulfate with 5 mol eq. of water. It has a role as a nephroprotective agent, an antifungal drug and an antidote to cyanide poisoning. It contains a sodium thiosulfate.

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