Sodium Sulfide

Product Introduction

Sodium Sulfide (Na₂S) is a strong alkaline salt used in leather tanning, ore flotation, and paper pulping. It has a pungent odor due to hydrogen sulfide.

Product Information

• Chemical Formula: Na₂S
• Molecular Weight: 78.05
• CAS Number: 1313-82-2
• Melting Point: 1180°C
• Appearance: Yellow to brick-red flakes or crystals.

Application

Leather Industry: Hair removal in tanning. Mining: Depressant in flotation. Textiles: Dyeing and dechlorination.

Packaging and Storage

Packaging

25kg or 50kg iron or plastic drums.

Storage

Avoid moisture and acids; ventilated dry place.

Transportation

Classified hazardous; avoid fire and heat.

Summary

Sodium Sulfide is a potent industrial chemical with high reactivity, mainly used in tanning and metallurgical processes.