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Sodium fumarate, 98%
Description
Sodium fumarate is used as an acidity regulator in food processing and as terminal electron acceptors in the cultivation of certain anaerobic microorganisms. It is also used as a buffering agent and pH adjuster in cosmetic and personal care products. Further, it is used as a food additive.
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Sodium fumarate is used as an acidity regulator in food processing and as terminal electron acceptors in the cultivation of certain anaerobic microorganisms. It is also used as a buffering agent and pH adjuster in cosmetic and personal care products. Further, it is used as a food additive.
Solubility
Soluble in water.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong acids.
Specifications
Specifications
| Assay Percent Range | 98% |
| Quantity | 100 g |
| Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in water. |
| Formula Weight | 160.04 |
| Percent Purity | 98% |
| Chemical Name or Material | Sodium fumarate |
Safety and Handling
- Sodium fumarate
- Warning
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- P261-Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Sodium fumarate
RUO – Research Use Only
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