SODIUM METABISULFITE GR NF FCC

Appearance

White to slightly yellowish granular

Description

It is added to local anaesthetic (lidocaine etc.) solutions to prevent oxidation of vasoconstrictor adrenaline and thus improve the shelf life of the solution. It is also used as an excipient in some tablets, such as paracetamol.

Function

It is used as a preservative and antioxidant in food and is also known as E223. Sodium metabisulfite and potassium metabisulfite are the primary ingredients in Campden tablets, used for wine and beer making.

Synonyms

Sodium Metabisulfite GR NF FCC; Uantox SMBS; Sodium disulphite; Sodium pyrosulphite; Disodium disulphite

Storage

Store in a cool, dry well ventilated area. Keep away from incompatible materials

Packages

250 Gram HDPE WM Bottle
50 lb. Bag
50 kg. Bag
400 lb. Drum
1 lb. Bulk

Industries

Food & bev.
pharmaceutical

Product Classes

Preservatives/antimicrobials
antioxidant
excipients

Other

Origin: Synthetic
Shelf life: 1 year from mfg. date
Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 S 2 CL 85
Kosher Status: Not Kosher
Flash Point: N/A
Melting Point: >300øC (572øF)
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
Molecular Weight: 190.11 g/mol