sodium sulfite

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Scope note
A soluble sodium salt of sulfurous acid (sulfite), appearing as small crystals or powder. Sodium sulfite is used in multiple industries and exhibits bleaching, reducing, de-sulfurizing, and dechlorinating functions. In the food industry it is used to maintain the appearance of freshness, and to preserve meat. It is also a component in many drugs, to help stabilize and maintain potency. It is used in the pulp and paper industry as a water treatment, and in photography it has been used in developer solutions, and as a hypo clear solution.
sodium sulfite
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024