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Sodium fumarate, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A11276.0E
2500 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Sodium fumarate, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A11276.0E
2500 g, Each
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Catalog number: A11276.0E
also known as A11276-0E
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
17013-01-3
IUPAC Name
disodium (2Z)-but-2-enedioate
Molecular Formula
C4H2Na2O4
InChI Key
MSJMDZAOKORVFC-UAIGNFCESA-L
SMILES
[Na+].[Na+].[O-]C(=O)\C=C/C([O-])=O
Form
Powder
Assay (Non-aqueous acid-base Titration)
≥97.5 to ≤102.5%
Water Content (Karl Fischer Titration)
≤1.0%
Appearance (Color)
White
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms

Description

Sodium fumarate is used as an acidity regulator in food processing and as terminal electron acceptors in the cultivation of certain anaerobic microorganisms. It is also used as a buffering agent and pH adjuster in cosmetic and personal care products. Further, it is used as a food additive.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
Sodium fumarate is used as an acidity regulator in food processing and as terminal electron acceptors in the cultivation of certain anaerobic microorganisms. It is also used as a buffering agent and pH adjuster in cosmetic and personal care products. Further, it is used as a food additive.

Solubility
Soluble in water.

Notes
Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong acids.
RUO – Research Use Only

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    Classification of the substance or mixture
    CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
    Skin Corrosion/Irritation
    Category 2
    Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
    Category 2
    Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure)
    Category 3
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    Hazard Statements

    H315 - Causes skin irritation

    H319 - Causes serious eye irritation

    H335 - May cause respiratory irritation

    Precautionary Statements

    P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray

    P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

    P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water

    P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing