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The Essential Guide to Sodium Hydrosulfide (NaHS): Properties, Production, and Applications

The Essential Guide to Sodium Hydrosulfide (NaHS): Properties, Production, and Applications

Sodium Hydrosulfide (NaHS) is a versatile chemical compound with a wide range of applications across diverse industries. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the properties, production process, applications, and packaging options of Sodium Hydrosulfide, shedding light on its importance in modern industrial processes.

Properties of Sodium Hydrosulfide (NaHS)

  • Product Name: Sodium Hydrosulfide
  • Appearance: Yellow flake
  • Molecular Weight: 56.07 g/mol
  • Melting Point: 55°C
  • Boiling Point: 122.8-131.7°C
  • Density: 1.79 g/cm3
  • Purity: 32%-72%
  • pH Value: 11.5-12.5
  • UN NO.: 2318/2949

 

Production Process

Sodium Hydrosulfide is produced through a straightforward chemical reaction:

H2S + NaOH → NaHS + H2O

The production process involves several steps:

  1. Raw Materials Preparation: Ensuring high-quality inputs for the reaction.
  2. White-oil Washing Unit: Purification of raw materials.
  3. Purification Plant: Further refining the reaction components.
  4. Reaction Tower: Chemical reaction between hydrogen sulfide and sodium hydroxide.
  5. Concentration Process: Concentrating the resultant solution.
  6. Flaking Preparation: Solidification into flake form.
  7. High Purity NaHS: Ensuring high purity of the final product.

 

Applications of Sodium Hydrosulfide

The versatility of Sodium Hydrosulfide makes it indispensable in various industries:

  • Mining Industry: Used as a flotation reagent, especially in copper mining.
  • Tanning Industry: Serves as a hide hair remover.
  • Heavy Metal Precipitation: Acts as an extraction reagent.
  • Paper Mills: Employed as a cooking reagent.
  • Dyeing and Printing Industry: Used as a reducing reagent.
  • Agrochemical Industry: Important material for fertilizer and pesticide production.
  • Sewage Treatment: Precipitates heavy metals during wastewater treatment.

 

Packaging Options

We offer flexible packaging options to meet diverse customer needs:

  • Liquid (32-48%): Available in drums, IBC drums, and ISO tanks.
  • Solid (70% Min) Flakes: Packaged in 25kg bags or 900kg jumbo bags.

 

In conclusion, Sodium Hydrosulfide (NaHS) is a critical chemical compound with multifaceted applications in industries ranging from mining to agriculture. Its role in various processes underscores its significance in modern industrial operations. For high-quality Sodium Hydrosulfide products and tailored packaging solutions, contact us today!

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