Sodium Formate-Lancer

Sodium Formate by Lancer is a premium-grade inorganic compound (HCOONa), available in the form of a white crystalline powder. It is a sodium salt of formic acid and is known for its solubility in water, slight basicity, and reducing properties. With its wide range of industrial and laboratory applications, Sodium Formate is an essential compound for chemical professionals across sectors. One of its primary uses is in the leather industry, where it is employed in the chrome tanning process. It helps to increase the penetration and distribution of chromium, resulting in more efficient tanning and improved leather quality. Additionally, it acts as a buffering agent and stabilizer, which prevents over-acidification during processing. In the textile industry, Sodium Formate serves as a reducing agent in dyeing processes, especially for vat dyes and sulfur dyes. It helps fix the color on fabrics and ensures even and vivid coloration. It is also used as a buffering component in textile finishing formulations to maintain pH stability.

In chemical manufacturing, Sodium Formate is a valuable reducing agent in various synthesis reactions. Its applications include serving as a source of formic acid in chemical reactions, de-icing agent formulation, and additive in drilling fluids for oil and gas exploration. It plays a critical role in catalysis, electroplating, and corrosion inhibition. In laboratories, it is utilized in buffer solutions and analytical chemistry for titrations and qualitative analysis.

Lancer’s Sodium Formate is produced under strict quality control measures to ensure consistent purity, free-flowing granules, and reliable chemical properties. The product meets laboratory-grade standards and is ideal for both small-scale research and large-scale industrial use. With a molecular weight of 68.01 g/mol, it is stable under normal storage and handling conditions, although it should be kept in airtight containers away from moisture and incompatible substances like strong oxidizers.

It has a melting point of about 253°C and decomposes at higher temperatures, releasing formic acid and sodium oxalate. It is generally considered safe to handle with proper precautions, such as wearing gloves and eye protection, and working in well-ventilated areas. Disposal should be carried out following local environmental regulations and the safety data sheet (SDS) provided with the product.

Environmentally, Sodium Formate is relatively benign compared to other industrial chemicals, making it a safer choice in formulations where ecological impact is a concern. Its biodegradability and low toxicity make it suitable for sustainable industrial applications.

Lancer offers this reagent in secure, high-quality packaging to ensure product stability during transport and storage. Each batch comes with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and is manufactured under Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to guarantee traceability, reproducibility, and safety.

Professionals in the fields of textiles, leather, and chemical manufacturing trust Lancer’s Sodium Formate for its reliability, performance, and value. Whether used in chrome tanning, dye reduction, or chemical synthesis, this reagent supports consistent outcomes and operational efficiency. Lancer continues to deliver excellence in lab and industrial chemicals, and Sodium Formate is no exception to that legacy.