Sodium hydrogen sulphate

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Synonym(s)

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

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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.

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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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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer