Sodium Nitroprusside – 500 gram Packs

Sodium nitroprusside is a coordination complex used in laboratory chemistry. Water-soluble nitrosyl iron complex with a strong visible colour. It is supplied here under the product listing “Sodium Nitroprusside – 500 gram Packs” in a 500 g pack for institutional laboratory procurement. Its chemical behaviour makes it relevant to colour reactions used in ketone and sulphide detection, depending on the specific method, reagent concentration and other materials present. The product should be selected by confirming its exact chemical form, relevant composition and compatibility with the intended protocol. Where the listing does not identify a hydrate, formula mass and registry designation must be confirmed against the actual manufacturer label rather than assumed from a related form. This material is intended for properly equipped educational, analytical and research settings under established laboratory procedures. Appropriate storage, protective equipment and chemical waste management are essential, particularly where hazardous reactions or releases are possible.

Product Specifications

Specification	Details
Appearance	Ruby-red crystals
Assay	99%
Chemical Name	Sodium nitroprusside
Alternate Names	Disodium pentacyanonitrosylferrate dihydrate; sodium nitroferricyanide
Molecular Formula	Na2[Fe(CN)5NO]·2H2O
Empirical Formula	Na2[Fe(CN)5NO]·2H2O
CAS Number	13755-38-9
Molecular Weight	297.95 g/mol
Grade	LR Laboratory Reagent

Key Features of Sodium nitroprusside

• Sodium nitroprusside belongs to the coordination complex family and has established reagent chemistry.
• Water-soluble nitrosyl iron complex with a strong visible colour.
• Recognized designations include disodium pentacyanonitrosylferrate dihydrate.
• Its response in colour reactions used in ketone and sulphide detection makes it useful for selected laboratory protocols.
• The 500 g pack can be considered for laboratory stock planning, subject to protocol needs and suitability checks.

Laboratory Applications of Sodium nitroprusside

• Supervised chemistry practicals investigating coordination complex behaviour.
• College-level experiments involving colour reactions used in ketone and sulphide detection.
• Qualitative observations of reagent properties, colour changes or precipitates under an appropriate protocol.
• Preparation of working solutions or dispersions where the specified chemical form and concentration are suitable.
• Research or analytical method development related to colour reactions used in ketone and sulphide detection, only with method validation and the required safety controls.

Why Choose Lab Wale to Buy Sodium nitroprusside

Lab Wale offers a sourcing option for Sodium nitroprusside for colleges, universities, teaching laboratories and research institutions. When selecting this 500 g laboratory listing, compare the stated identity with your experiment requirements, including the form of the salt, solubility, formulation and handling restrictions. Lab teams should verify the manufacturer label and available safety documentation before choosing a reagent for a specific protocol. Lab Wale also serves institutional buyers looking to organize purchases of laboratory chemicals and related scientific supplies.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sodium nitroprusside

What is Sodium nitroprusside used for in a laboratory?

One scientifically relevant role is colour reactions used in ketone and sulphide detection. The material is not automatically suitable for every experiment, and users should follow a validated procedure with appropriate concentration, controls and protective measures.

What is the formula and molecular weight of Sodium nitroprusside?

The listing identifies Sodium nitroprusside. Formula: Na2[Fe(CN)5NO]·2H2O; molecular weight or formula mass: 297.95. If a hydrate or mixture is not identified precisely, its exact formula mass must be confirmed from the supplied product identity.

What CAS number identifies Sodium nitroprusside?

The registry information for this listing is 13755-38-9. For substances offered in several hydrate states or formulations, confirm the exact CAS identity on the manufacturer label before catalog publication or purchase.

Is Sodium nitroprusside suitable for educational laboratory work?

It may be relevant to carefully selected supervised investigations such as colour reactions used in ketone and sulphide detection. Its suitability depends on the hazards, age and training of users, local laboratory controls, and the exact chemical composition.

How should Sodium nitroprusside be handled and stored?

Protect from light, heat and incompatible acids; keep tightly sealed. Toxic if swallowed; avoid acidification, which can release highly toxic gases. Review the current manufacturer Safety Data Sheet and follow institutional spill, exposure and waste procedures. Never substitute generic safety assumptions for the actual formulation.

Storage Conditions for Sodium nitroprusside

Protect from light, heat and incompatible acids; keep tightly sealed. Store in original or chemically compatible properly labelled containers and segregate from incompatible reagents. Prevent accidental contamination, unauthorized handling and environmental release. Refer to the current manufacturer Safety Data Sheet for any specialized storage limits relevant to this formulation or hydrate.

Precautions for Handling Sodium nitroprusside

Consult the current Safety Data Sheet before opening or using the reagent. Toxic if swallowed; avoid acidification, which can release highly toxic gases. Wear a suitable lab coat, chemical-resistant gloves and eye protection; use local extraction or a fume hood when dust, vapour or hazardous gas may be produced. Do not mix with incompatible reagents. Ensure trained supervision for hazardous procedures, and follow local spill, emergency-response and chemical-waste protocols.