Sodium-Thiosulfate-Na2S2O3

Inorganic substances with the chemical composition of Na2S2O3*5H2O include sodium thiosulfate, pentahydrate and potassium thiosulfate pentahydrate. Sodium Thiosulfate Na2S2O2 has a colorless monoclinic Crystal, is odorless, and has cool and bitter tastes.

Description of Sodium thiosulfate, Na2S2O23：

Chemical structure: Sodium hyposulfite is a compound composed of one sodium atom, one hydrogen atom, and one sulfur atom, with the formula NaHSO3. In its molecular structure, the sulfur atom adopts the oxidation state of +4, where there is a double bond between the sulfur atom and the oxygen atom and a single bond between the hydrogen atom and the sulfur atom.

Water solubility: Sodium hyposulfite has good water solubility and can be quickly dissolved in water to form a transparent solution. Its aqueous solution is acidic because the hydrogen ions in sodium hyposulfite can be partially ionized, reducing the pH of the solution.

Stability: Sodium hyposulfite is relatively stable at room temperature, but may break down or deteriorate under high temperatures or prolonged exposure. It is sensitive to light and heat and may decompose or oxidize when exposed to light or a high-temperature environment for a long time.

Acid alkaline: The aqueous solution of sodium hyposulfite is acidic because the hydrogen ions in sodium hyposulfite can be partially ionized, reducing the pH value of the solution. However, sodium hyposulfite is less acidic than solid salts.

Reducibility: Sodium hyposulfite has strong reducibility and can be used as a reducing agent. It can reduce oxidizing agents to metal or nonmetallic elements and some organic matter to alcohols or hydrocarbons. This reducibility makes sodium hyposulfite an essential application in many chemical reactions.

Oxidation: Although sodium hyposulfite has strong reducibility, it also has specific oxidation properties. Under certain conditions, it can oxidize certain substances, such as alcohols or phenols. 

Complexability: Sodium hyposulfite can form complexes with specific metal ions. These complexes often have unique physical and chemical properties, such as optical activity magnetic or catalytic properties.

Physiological effects: Sodium hyposulfite has significant physiological effects on the human body. It can be used as a coenzyme of respiratory enzymes and participate in energy metabolism and REDOX reactions in the body. 

Technical Parameters of Sodium thiosulfate (Na2S2O2)

Applications of  Sodium thiosulfate, Na2S2O23：
Food field: Sodium hyposulfite has a wide range of applications in the food field. It can be used as an acid, antioxidant, preservative, etc., to extend the shelf life of food. In processing fruits and vegetables, sodium hyposulfite can maintain the color and taste of fruits and vegetables and prevent oxidation and bacterial pollution. In addition, sodium hyposulfite can also be used to produce preserves, sweets, condiments and other foods to provide the desired acidity and texture.

Pharmaceutical field: Sodium hyposulfite has a variety of applications in the pharmaceutical field. It can be used to prepare drugs, such as sulfonamides, anti-tuberculosis drugs and so on. In addition, sodium hyposulfite can be used to prepare disinfectants and bleach and treat specific diseases, such as pulmonary edema, cirrhosis, etc.

Chemical industry: Sodium hyposulfite is widely used in the chemical industry. It can be used as an acid, reducing agent, complexing agent, etc., to participate in chemical reactions and substance synthesis. In addition, sodium hyposulfite can also be used in electroplating, printing and dyeing, leather and other industries, as a metal cleaner, degreaser, etc.

Environmental field: Sodium hyposulfite has potential application value in the environmental field. It can be used in sewage treatment, waste gas treatment and other processes as an effective reducing agent or adsorbent to remove harmful environmental substances. In addition, sodium hyposulfite can also be used to prepare environmentally friendly materials, such as biochar, activated carbon, etc.

Production Method of  Sodium thiosulfate, Na2S2O23：

Preparation of raw materials: need to prepare enough chemical raw materials, including sulfur, oxygen, sodium hydroxide, etc.

Preparation of sodium sulfite: sulfur is burned in the air to produce sulfur dioxide, which is then reacted with sodium hydroxide to produce sodium sulfite.

Preparation of sodium hyposulfite: Nadosulfite reacts with oxygen under certain conditions to produce sodium hyposulfite.

Refining: The sodium hyposulfite obtained by the reaction is separated and purified to remove impurities.

Drying: The purified sodium hyposulfite is dried under appropriate conditions to obtain the finished product.

In the production process, it is necessary to strictly control the reaction conditions, such as temperature, pressure, reagent ratio, etc., to ensure product quality and output. In addition, it is also necessary to treat the waste gas and waste liquid in the production process to protect the environment.

When producing sodium hyposulfite, the following points should also be noted:

Safety: Sodium hyposulfite has specific oxidation and corrosion, so corresponding safety measures must be taken during the production process, such as wearing protective clothing, gloves, etc.

Environmental protection: The production process of sodium hyposulfite will produce some waste gas, waste liquid, etc., which needs to be treated to meet the requirements of environmental protection.

Economic benefits: In the production of sodium hyposulfite, the cost and economic benefits need to be considered, and the appropriate production process and raw materials need to be selected to improve production efficiency and reduce costs.

Warnings about Sodium thiosulfate

 1. This product is not toxic and innocuous, it can be biodegraded, but it cannot be eaten.
 2. You should rinse it off with lots of water if it gets in your eyes.
 3. A doctor should be consulted immediately if allergies are caused to any portion of the body.

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