Sodium Thiosulphate is a versatile inorganic compound widely used across various industries for its reducing, dechlorinating, and photographic fixing properties. It serves as an essential reagent in chemical processes, water treatment, and analytical applications.
Key Features & Applications:
Chemical Formula: Na S O · 5H O
Purity: Available in various grades (Industrial, Laboratory, Photographic)
Appearance: White crystalline solid, odorless, and soluble in water
Dechlorination Agent: Effectively neutralizes chlorine in wastewater and swimming pools
Photography Use: Acts as a fixing agent in film and photographic processing
Analytical Reagent: Commonly used in iodine titration and other laboratory tests
Medical Use: Serves as an antidote for cyanide poisoning and used in certain dermatological treatments
Industrial Applications: Used in textile, paper, and chemical manufacturing for reduction and bleaching processes
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