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Sodium Chlorite Flakes 80% - Technical Grade
Technical · 80%
Identity & Composition
- Product Name
- Sodium Chlorite Flakes 80% - Technical Grade
- Alliance Code
- sodium-chlorite-80-technical
- Grade
- Technical
- Concentration
- 80%
- CAS Number
- 7758-19-2PubChem
- Formula
- ClNaO2PubChem
- Molecular Weight
- 90.44PubChem
- Product Type
- solution
Specifications
| Test | Specification | Typical | Method | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assay (Sodium Chlorite as NaClO2) | 77.5 - 82.5 wt% | 80.0 wt% | — | Supplier specification |
| Total Alkalinity (as NaOH) | 10% as NaOH maximum | 1.6 % | — | Supplier specification |
| Arsenic | 3 max. ppm | 0.05 ppm | — | Supplier specification |
| Sodium Chloride (NaCl) | 11 - 19 wt% | 15 wt% | — | Supplier specification |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | 20 max ppm | 1 ppm | — | Supplier specification |
| Hydrogen peroxide (as H2O2) | 0.01 max. wt% | 0.001 wt% | — | Supplier specification |
| Lead | 10 max. ppm | 0.2 ppm | — | Supplier specification |
| Mercury | 0.1 max. ppm | 0.005 ppm | — | Supplier specification |
| Sodium carbonate (as Na2CO3) | 2 max. wt% | 0.6 wt% | — | Supplier specification |
| Sodium chlorate (as NaClO3) | 4 max. wt% | 0.8 wt% | — | Supplier specification |
| Sodium chlorite (as NaClO2) | 77.5 - 82.5 wt% | 80.0 wt% | — | Supplier specification |
| Sodium hydroxide (as NaOH) | 3 max. wt% | 1.1 wt% | — | Supplier specification |
| Sodium Sulfate (Na2SO4) | 3 max wt% | 0.3 wt% | — | Supplier specification |
| Water (by difference) | 6 max wt% | 3.8 wt% | — | Supplier specification |
Specification values are guaranteed limits. Typical values are representative of production lots and are not guaranteed. Lot-specific certificates of analysis ship with every order.
Available GradesSame CAS, alternate grades and concentrations
| Grade | Concentration | Typical Assay | SKU | TDS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This grade Technical | 80% | — | current | current |
| ACS | 80% | — | sodium-chlorite-80-acs | View TDS → |
Typical assay shown is the rolling-window mean from the sibling product's most recent lots. Grade selection drives downstream end-use — verify the sibling grade matches your specification before substitution.
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder, crystals, or flakes | Supplier specification |
| pH | 10.0 - 12.0 | Interpreted |
Oxidizer — decomposition rate and gas-evolution data may apply. Consult the SDS for material-of-construction guidance under shipping and storage conditions.
Materials of ConstructionService envelope ≈ 80%
| Material | Rating | Max T (°C) | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Buna-N (NBR) elastomer | Not recommended | — | Rapid degradation; never use with oxidizers. | Parker O-ring Chemical Compatibility |
EPDM elastomer | Good | 40 | Preferred elastomer for H2O2 service | Solvay H2O2 Safety & Handling |
Viton (FKM) elastomer | Poor | — | Use EPDM or PTFE for sealing | Solvay H2O2 Safety & Handling |
PTFE fluoropolymer | Excellent | 200 | Universal compatibility; preferred lining material. | Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility |
PVDF fluoropolymer | Excellent | 80 | Preferred fluoropolymer for piping | Solvay H2O2 Safety & Handling |
Borosilicate Glass glass ceramic | Excellent | 100 | Inert to all oxidizers within normal service temperatures. | Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility |
Concrete (untreated) glass ceramic | Not recommended | — | Reactive; line with HDPE/FRP | Solvay H2O2 Safety & Handling |
304 stainless steel metal | Good | 40 | May darken; acceptable for short-term storage | Solvay H2O2 Safety & Handling |
316 stainless steel metal | Excellent | 40 | Passivated surfaces preferred | Solvay H2O2 Safety & Handling |
Aluminium 1100/3003 metal | Good | 40 | Limit to dilute service | Solvay H2O2 Safety & Handling |
Brass metal | Not recommended | — | Copper-induced decomposition | Solvay H2O2 Safety & Handling |
Carbon Steel metal | Not recommended | — | Rapid corrosion; never use with oxidizers. | Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility |
Copper metal | Not recommended | — | Catalytic decomposition; severe | Solvay H2O2 Safety & Handling |
CPVC thermoplastic | Good | 60 | Acceptable to 60 °C | Solvay H2O2 Safety & Handling |
HDPE thermoplastic | Good | 50 | Concentrations ≤ 50%; vented containers only | Solvay H2O2 Safety & Handling |
PVC thermoplastic | Fair | 40 | Embrittlement risk above 40 °C | Solvay H2O2 Safety & Handling |
Ratings reflect the service envelope (concentration × temperature) shown. Always confirm against your specific duty cycle and contact-time before equipment selection. The most cautious rating across overlapping references is shown.
Materials Selection Tool
Showing 16 of 16 materials compatible at the selected envelope.
| Material | Rating | Max T (°C) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Buna-N (NBR) elastomer | Not recommended | — | Rapid degradation; never use with oxidizers. |
EPDM elastomer | Good | 40 | Preferred elastomer for H2O2 service |
Viton (FKM) elastomer | Poor | — | Use EPDM or PTFE for sealing |
PTFE fluoropolymer | Excellent | 200 | Universal compatibility; preferred lining material. |
PVDF fluoropolymer | Excellent | 80 | Preferred fluoropolymer for piping |
Borosilicate Glass glass ceramic | Excellent | 100 | Inert to all oxidizers within normal service temperatures. |
Concrete (untreated) glass ceramic | Not recommended | — | Reactive; line with HDPE/FRP |
304 stainless steel metal | Good | 40 | May darken; acceptable for short-term storage |
316 stainless steel metal | Excellent | 40 | Passivated surfaces preferred |
Aluminium 1100/3003 metal | Good | 40 | Limit to dilute service |
Brass metal | Not recommended | — | Copper-induced decomposition |
Carbon Steel metal | Not recommended | — | Rapid corrosion; never use with oxidizers. |
Copper metal | Not recommended | — | Catalytic decomposition; severe |
CPVC thermoplastic | Good | 60 | Acceptable to 60 °C |
HDPE thermoplastic | Good | 50 | Concentrations ≤ 50%; vented containers only |
PVC thermoplastic | Fair | 40 | Embrittlement risk above 40 °C |
Regulatory & Transport
DOT / 49 CFR
- UN Number
- UN1496Adjudicated
- Hazard Class
- 5.1Adjudicated
- Packing Group
- IIAdjudicated
- Proper Shipping Name
- Sodium chloriteAdjudicated
GHS / OSHA HazCom 2012
- Signal Word
- DangerAdjudicated
- H-Codes (Hazard Statements)
- H271, H272, H301, H310, H314, H318, H373, H400, H410, H412Adjudicated
- P-Codes (Precautionary Statements)
- P210, P220, P260, P262, P264, P270, P273, P280, P283, P301+P310, P301+P330+P331, P302+P352, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P306+P360, P310, P313, P314, P321, P330, P362, P363, P370+P378, P371+P380+P375, P391, P405, P420, P501Adjudicated
Occupational Exposure Limits
- OSHA PEL (29 CFR 1910.1000)
- —no canonical
- ACGIH TLV
- —no canonical
- NIOSH REL
- —no canonical
- NIOSH IDLH
- —no canonical
Transport descriptions reflect 49 CFR 172.101 lookup at time of publication. Sourced data: ECHA CLP Annex VI for harmonised classifications, NIOSH Pocket Guide for REL/IDLH, OSHA Z-Tables for PEL. Always verify against the latest regulatory text before shipment-critical decisions.
Supplier Qualification Packet
One zipped download containing the TDS, SDS, latest lot COA (when available), and a fresh Letter of Continuing Guaranty for Sodium Chlorite Flakes 80% - Technical Grade. Every file included is SHA-256 hashed and listed in a manifest your QA team can audit.
Applications
- Generating chlorine dioxide for bleaching and stripping textiles, pulp, and papershop.chemicalstore.com
Applications are drawn from published manufacturer and supplier documentation; each is sourced. Suitability for a specific use is the buyer's to confirm.
Storage & Handling
- Recommended Storage
- Cool, well-ventilated area, away from heat, sunlight, and combustibles. Vented containers only — pressure may develop from slow decomposition. Original sealed containers; segregate from organics, metals (especially copper, iron, manganese), and reducing agents.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
- Handling Precautions
- Use PPE including face shield, chemical-resistant gloves, and apron. Avoid contamination — never return unused material to the original container. Ground all transfer equipment.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
- Incompatibilities
- Combustible materials, organic compounds, reducing agents, transition metal salts (catalytic decomposition), strong bases.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
- Shelf Life
- Consult Technical Services for product-specific shelf life
For full hazard, PPE, and emergency response guidance, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for this product. The SDS controls in all cases where guidance differs.
Packaging & Logistics
Shipping Description (US DOT)
UN1496, Sodium chlorite, 5.1, PG II
Sourced from 49 CFR 172.101. Confirm against shipping documents and carrier requirements before tender.
Revision History
Last reviewed 2026-07-17 by Andre Taki, DOT Hazmat Specialist.
| Version | Date | Change | Trigger |
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| 1.2 | 2026-07-22 | Canonical data updated: 3 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.1 | 2026-07-17 | Canonical data re-verified: 5 fields updated against independent vendor SDSs, CLP Annex VI, 49 CFR, and OSHA HazCom 2024 (GHS classification, hazard/precautionary codes, signal word, physical properties as applicable).
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| 1.0 | 2026-05-20 | Initial URL-first TDS published from canonical chemistry registry. | initial |
This Technical Data Sheet is provided for technical reference. The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) controls in all cases where guidance differs. Values reflect Alliance Chemical canonical data at time of generation; subsequent revisions are recorded in the Revision History above.