Sodium Bisulphate

It is majorly used in metal finishing and in cleaning products, like lowering the effective chlorination in swimming pools and hot tubs. In jewelry making, it is the primary ingredient used to remove the oxidation layer from surfaces and to restore glaze.

Synonyms
Sodium acid sulfate, Sodium hydrogen sulfate, Bisulfate of soda, NaHSO4, Nitre Cake, Sodium Acid Sulfate, Sodium Bisulfate
Chemical Formula
NaHSO4
CAS Number
7681-38-1

Characteristics

Molar Weight
120.06 g/mol
Melting Point
150 °C
Boiling Point
315 °C
Density
2.74 g/cc
Forms
Off-White, Solid

Uses and Applications

Key applications

  • Water treatment
  • Cleaning products
  • Polishing and cleaning
  • Pulp and paper
  • Catalysts
  • Solvents
  • Agricultural (non-pesticide)
  • Bleaching agent
  • Paint and Coatings