Sodium Chlorite – 500 gram Packs

Sodium chlorite is an oxidizing chlorine oxyanion salt containing chlorite ions used in chemistry education, analytical work and research settings. It is an active oxidizer and can form hazardous chlorine dioxide under inappropriate acidic conditions. Its properties make it relevant when teaching the relationships between composition, structure, solution behaviour and measured chemical reactions. Laboratory work involving Sodium Chlorite can include carefully selected procedures such as controlled chlorite redox studies and analytical oxidation research, provided that the compound form, handling controls and experimental conditions are suitable. The 500 gram pack designation identifies the quantity offered rather than establishing analytical suitability or composition. As with all laboratory reagents, intended experiments should be matched to the supplied grade, documented specifications and current safety data. Where product wording does not identify a definite chemical form or mixture formulation, those details must be confirmed before calculations or use.

Product Specifications

Specification	Details
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Assay	99%
Chemical Name	Sodium chlorite
Alternate Names	Sodium chlorite salt; chlorous acid sodium salt
Molecular Formula	NaClO2
Empirical Formula	NaClO2
CAS Number	7758-19-2
Molecular Weight	90.44 g/mol
Grade	LR Laboratory Reagent

Key Features of Sodium Chlorite

• Identified chemically as Sodium chlorite, with relevant laboratory characteristics.
• It is an active oxidizer and can form hazardous chlorine dioxide under inappropriate acidic conditions.
• Physical appearance: white crystalline powder.
• Composition information: NaClO2.
• Appropriate for carefully selected educational and analytical experiments when the supplied form and method requirements are verified.

Laboratory Applications of Sodium Chlorite

• Controlled chlorite redox studies under qualified supervision and appropriate controls.
• Analytical oxidation research under qualified supervision and appropriate controls.
• Chlorite ion detection methods under qualified supervision and appropriate controls.
• Oxidizer-stability investigations under qualified supervision and appropriate controls.
• Supervised environmental oxychlorine analysis under qualified supervision and appropriate controls.

Why Choose Lab Wale to Buy Sodium Chlorite

Lab Wale offers a way for school, college, university and professional laboratory buyers to source Sodium Chlorite alongside other scientific supplies. When choosing this reagent, compare its identified chemical form, listed grade and quantity with your intended procedure and institutional purchasing requirements. Review available technical and safety information before ordering, particularly where hydrate state or formulation can change calculated concentrations or handling controls. Product selection should reflect the particular experiment rather than an assumption that one grade suits every method.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sodium Chlorite

What is Sodium Chlorite used for in laboratories?

Sodium chlorite is used in appropriate laboratory exercises including controlled chlorite redox studies, analytical oxidation research and chlorite ion detection methods. The exact method, available grade and necessary safety supervision should be assessed before use.

What is the chemical formula of Sodium Chlorite?

The compositional information for this listing is NaClO2. Where a hydrate, formulation or mixture is not explicitly specified, the exact identity must be confirmed before calculating molar quantities or preparing analytical solutions.

What is the CAS number of Sodium Chlorite?

The CAS information for the described product is 7758-19-2. An identifier for one hydrate or composition must not be assumed to identify a different variant; confirm the precise substance on the supplier label and safety documentation.

Can Sodium Chlorite be used for college and research experiments?

It can be considered for the scientifically appropriate procedures described here, subject to experiment-specific requirements. The LR designation alone does not establish fitness for trace analysis or other tightly specified methods. Hazard controls and suitable supervision remain essential.

How should Sodium Chlorite be stored and handled?

Store cool and dry in compatible original packaging, separated from acids, organic materials, reducing agents and combustibles. Strong oxidizer; trained users only. Never mix with acids or organic matter; use PPE and oxidizer-specific procedures. Read the current Safety Data Sheet and follow local laboratory waste and spill procedures before opening or weighing the reagent.

Storage Conditions for Sodium Chlorite

Store cool and dry in compatible original packaging, separated from acids, organic materials, reducing agents and combustibles. Keep containers correctly labelled and segregate from incompatible substances according to the current Safety Data Sheet. Avoid transferring material into unlabelled vessels, and check packaging integrity before use. Follow any additional humidity, light or containment requirements specified for the supplied product.

Precautions for Handling Sodium Chlorite

Strong oxidizer; trained users only. Never mix with acids or organic matter; use PPE and oxidizer-specific procedures. Review the current Safety Data Sheet before use. Wear appropriately selected gloves, a laboratory coat and chemical splash eye protection; work with suitable ventilation or containment where indicated. Prevent unnecessary inhalation and skin exposure, avoid incompatible mixing, and use designated spill response and waste disposal procedures. Educational work involving hazardous reagents requires competent supervision.