Sodium Thiosulfate

Sodium Thiosulfate ( Na₂S₂O₃) is an inorganic sodium salt composed of sodium and thiosulfate ions in a 2:1 ratio. It is also kown as Sodium Thiosulphate. It is available as the white or colorless pentahydrate, which is a white solid that dissolves well in water. The compound is a reducing agent and a ligand, and these properties underpin its applications. Sodium Thiosulfate (Na₂S₂O₃), a versatile inorganic compound known for its use in water treatment, photography, medical applications, and chemical processing. This high-purity Sodium Thiosulphate provides reliable performance, meeting the demands of industries where effectiveness and safety are paramount.

Industrial applications of Sodium thiosulfate:

1. Water Treatment and Dechlorination: Sodium Thiosulfate is essential for neutralizing chlorine and chloramines, making water safer for consumption, aquaculture, and sensitive industrial processes.

2. Photography and Film Processing: It is used as a fixer in photographic processes, Sodium Thiosulfate dissolves unreacted silver compounds, enhancing photo clarity and stability.

3. Medical and Pharmaceutical Use:  It is used in medical settings, Sodium Thiosulfate serves as an effective antidote for cyanide toxicity and is used in detoxification treatments.

4. Mining and Mineral Extraction: It plays a critical role in eco-friendly gold extraction, providing a safer alternative to traditional cyanide leaching methods.

5. Dechlorination: It is used in water treatment plants for municipal wastewater, pulp and paper, power, and textiles 

6. Dyeing: It is used to convert dyes into their colorless "leuco" forms 

7. Bleaching: It is used to bleach wool, cotton, silk, soaps, glues, clay, sand, and bauxite 

8. Gold extraction: It is used to extract gold from ores, sometimes as an alternative to cyanide 

9. Chemical synthesis: It is used in various chemical reactions and synthesis processes 

10. Leather goods production: It is used in the production of leather goods

Advantages of Sodium Thiosulfate:

• Powerful Chlorine Neutralizer: Ideal for dechlorinating water in aquariums, pools, and water treatment facilities.

• Trusted Antidote: Commonly used in medical treatments as an antidote for cyanide poisoning and as a detoxifying agent.

• Excellent Fixing Agent: Known for its use in photography, where it removes excess silver halides to ensure clear, high-quality images.

Technical Specifications:

• Chemical Formula: Na₂S₂O₃

• Appearance: White crystalline powder or clear solution

• Purity: ≥99%

• Packaging: Offered in bulk and custom containers for safe handling and transport

Packaging: 50 Kg. Bag

MOQ: 100 Kg.