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sodium nitrite [1 record]

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Record 1 2011-01-19

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Food Additives
  • Medication
  • Dyes and Pigments (Industries)
Universal entry(ies)
NaNO2
formula, see observation
7632-00-0
CAS number
DEF

Slightly yellowish or white crystals, pellets, sticks or powder. Oxidizes on exposure to air. Soluble in water; slightly soluble in alcohol and ether ... decomposition at 320°C ... Uses: ... rubber accelerators; color fixative and preservative in cured meats, meat products, fish, etc., pharmaceuticals; photographic and analytical reagent; dye manufacture; preparation of nitric oxide.

OBS

Chemical formula: NaNO2

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Additifs alimentaires
  • Médicaments
  • Teintures et pigments (Industries)
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
NaNO2
formula, see observation
7632-00-0
CAS number
DEF

Sel sodique de l'acide nitreux, présenté sous forme de cristaux blancs tirant parfois sur le jaune, solubles dans l'eau. Mélangé au sel de cuisine, c'est un conservateur; combiné avec certains nitrates, il aide à fixer la couleur des viandes.

OBS

Formule chimique : NaNO2

Spanish

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