Description:
Sodium Azide is a white crystalline powder known for its high toxicity and explosive properties. It is widely used as a preservative in laboratories, a reagent in chemical synthesis, and as a gas-generating agent in airbags. Sodium Azide acts as a potent inhibitor of cytochrome oxidase in biological systems, making it a useful tool in biochemical research. Due to its hazardous nature, it requires strict handling and storage protocols.
Specification:
• Chemical Name: Sodium Azide
• Chemical Formula: NaN₃
• Molecular Weight: 65.01 g/mol
• CAS Number: 26628-22-8
• Appearance: White crystalline powder
• Purity: ≥ 99% (Analytical Grade)
• Solubility: Soluble in water and liquid ammonia
• Melting Point: 275°C (decomposes)
• Density: 1.846 g/cm³
• Odor: Odorless
• Applications: Laboratory reagent, airbag gas generator, antimicrobial preservative
• Hazard Class: Toxic & Explosive
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources