Sodium Metabisulfite (E223)

Origin
China
CAS Number
7681-57-4
HS Code
2832.10.90

Basic Info

IUPAC Name
disodium;sulfinato sulfite
Molecular Formula
Na2O5S2
Molecular Weight (g/mol)
190.1100
InChIKey
LDTLADDKFLAYJA-UHFFFAOYSA-L
InChI
InChI=1S/2Na.H2O5S2/c;;1-6(2)5-7(3)4/h;;(H,1,2)(H,3,4)/q2*+1;/p-2
Synonyms & Trade Names
DTXSID101015675; RefChem:1083854; DTXCID109684; Disodium disulfite; sodium disulphite; 7757-74-6; SCHEMBL625585; SCHEMBL1509804; Pyrosulfurous acid disodium salt; SODIUM METABISULFITE, ACS; AKOS015856585; DB-256026; NS00014069

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Technical Document

Sodium Metabisulfite Sodium metabisulfite is an inorganic sulfite salt produced by reacting sodium carbonate with sulfur dioxide gas, used as an antioxidant, preservative, and bleaching agent (E223) that releases sulfur dioxide to inhibit microbial growth, prevent oxidation, and maintain color in acidic conditions. In the food industry, it provides effective browning prevention, microbial control, and vitamin C protection ideal for dried fruits, wine, juices, and seafood.