Sodium hydrogen sulphate

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

acid sodium sulphate; CAS No 7681-38-1; Glauber salt; sodium bisulfaricum; Sodium sulphate

Definition
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Sodium hydrogen sulphate is the sodium salt of sulphuric acid. The substance consists of colourless crystals with an odour of hydrogen sulphide. It is very easily soluble in water and easily soluble in ethanol. The sodium salts of sulphuric acid(E 513) include sodium sulphate and sodium hydrogen sulphate.

Field of application/use
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Food additive (E 514)

  • Strengthening agent, acidity regulator, carrier
  • Drinking water treatment
  • Carrier for dyestuffs
  • For emptying the bowels before fasting cures

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E 514; Food additives (overview);

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020