Sodium formate is commonly known as formic acid is widely used in the process of printing and dyeing. It is used to increase the pH of acids and is used in the form of a buffering agent. It is used as a de-icing agent and is generally used as a food additive.

Properties of Sodium Formate

Chemical names : formic acid, sodium salt, sodium hydrocarbon dioxide

Chemical formula : HCOONa or CHNaO2

Molecular weight : 68.007 g/mol

Density : 1.92 g/cm³

Solubility : insoluble in ether ; soluble in glycerol, alcohol and formic acid

Melting point : 253 °C

Boiling point : decomposes

Uses of Sodium Formate

Sodium formate is a buffering agent for strong mineral acids. It also a food additive agent. sodium formate is used as cryoprotectant for x ray diffraction. It could reduce the effects of radiation damage.