CAS 7772-98-7: Sodium Thiosulfate (Na2S2O3)

Identity

CAS Number7772-98-7
Molecular FormulaNa2S2O3
IUPAC Namedisodium thiosulfate
Molecular Weight158.11 g/mol
SMILES[O-]S(=O)(=S)[O-].[Na+].[Na+]
Synonymssodium thiosulfate, sodium hyposulfite, hypo, photographic fixer, thiosulfuric acid disodium salt

2D Structure

Physical Properties

Density1.667 g/mL at 25°C
Boiling Point100.0°C
Melting Point48.0°C
Flash PointNone°C
Vapor Pressure0.0 kPa at 20°C
Refractive IndexnD = 1.49
Dielectric Constantε = 5.0

Safety & GHS Classification

Storage: Store in a cool, dry area. Pentahydrate form effloresces in dry air. Store in tightly sealed containers. Keep away from strong acids (decomposes to sulfur and SO2). Protect from light.

Material Compatibility Matrix

Plastics

MaterialRating
PTFEExcellent
PVCExcellent
PEExcellent
PPExcellent
PEEKExcellent
PVDFExcellent

Rubbers

MaterialRating
VitonExcellent
NBRExcellent
EPDMExcellent
SiliconeExcellent
FKMExcellent

Metals

MaterialRating
Stainless 316Excellent
AluminumGood
CopperGood
BrassGood

Applications

External References: PubChem

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