Is Sodium Azide restricted in India?

Yes, it is a hazardous chemical and requires proper licensing and safety documentation for purchase and transport.

Can it be used in food products?

No, it is highly toxic and strictly prohibited for use in food or beverage applications.

What is the primary use in labs?

It is primarily used as a preservative in diagnostic reagents to prevent bacterial growth.

Does it react with metals?

Yes, it reacts with copper and lead to form explosive metal azides, which can cause pipe explosions.

How should I dispose of waste?

Dispose of as hazardous chemical waste in accordance with local environmental regulations.

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CAS: 26628-22-8

Formula: NaN3Molecular Weight: 65.010 g/mol

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Also Known As

Sodium Azide Solution

Safety Information

Highly Toxic and Explosive

Fatal if swallowed or in contact with skin. Forms highly explosive metal azides when in contact with copper, lead, or brass plumbing.

First Aid

Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention

Skin: Remove contaminated clothing and wash thoroughly with soap and water

Applications & Industries

Biochemical Research

Preservative for biological buffers and reagents

Organic Synthesis

Reagent for azidation of organic compounds

Airbag Manufacturing

Gas generant for automotive safety systems

Water Analysis

Biocidal agent in laboratory water testing

Pharmaceutical Synthesis

Intermediate for specialized drug molecule production

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