Sodium Methoxide

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Sodium Methoxide Specification

EINECS No
204-699-5

Molecular Formula
CH3ONa

Poisonous
YES

Ph Level
13-14 (highly basic in aqueous solution)

Solubility
Freely soluble in methanol and ethanol; reacts with water

Properties
Clear, pungent odor, corrosive

Molecular Weight
54.02 g/mol

Purity
99%

Physical Form
Liquid

Usage
Used as a reagent in chemical processes such as esterification transesterification and condensation reactions

Storage
Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool dry and well-ventilated area. Protect from moisture and air exposure.

Ingredients
Sodium (Na) and methoxide ion (CH3O-)

Smell
Odorless or slightly methanolic

Shape
Fine powder or small granules

Application
Catalyst in biodiesel production organic synthesis pharmaceutical manufacturing

Taste
Bitter and alkaline

Refractive Rate
Not applicable (solid or dissolved in methanol)

Grade
Industrial technical and pharmaceutical grades available

Structural Formula
CH3-ONa

Density
0.945 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

CAS No
64-19-7

Appearance
White crystalline powder

Melting Point
127-130 C

Shelf Life
Typically 12 months under proper storage conditions

HS Code
2905.19

Sodium Methoxide Trade Information

Minimum Order Quantity
25000 Kilograms

Supply Ability
500 Kilograms Per Month

Delivery Time
7 Days

About Sodium Methoxide

Sodium Methoxide, available in industrial, technical, and pharmaceutical grades, is a white crystalline powder with a bitter and alkaline taste. This highly reactive compound, with a molecular formula of CH3ONa, is commonly used as a catalyst in biodiesel production, organic synthesis, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. With a purity of 99%, it is a strong base that reacts with water and burns in air. This product is stored in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area to prevent moisture and air exposure. It is widely used as a reagent in chemical processes such as esterification, transesterification, and condensation reactions.

FAQs of Sodium Methoxide:

Q: What is the appearance of Sodium Methoxide?

A: Sodium Methoxide appears as a white crystalline powder.

Q: What are the common applications of Sodium Methoxide?

A: Sodium Methoxide is commonly used as a catalyst in biodiesel production, organic synthesis, and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Q: How should Sodium Methoxide be stored?

A: Sodium Methoxide should be stored in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area to protect it from moisture and air exposure.