Sodium hypophosphite(CAT: R073939) is a white crystalline powder that is highly soluble in water. It is commonly used as a reducing agent in various chemical processes, as well as in the electroless plating of metals, such as nickel and copper. It can also be used in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals and in the production of flame retardants. Additionally, sodium hypophosphite has been studied for its potential therapeutic applications in treating conditions such as multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease.
Catalog Number | R073939 |
CAS Number | 7681-53-0 |
Molecular Formula | NaPO2H2 |
Purity | ≥95% |
InChI | InChI=1S/Na.HO2P/c;1-3-2/h;(H,1,2)/q+1;/p-1 |
InChIKey | ZGKNDXOLMOFEJH-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
SMILES | [O-]P=O.[Na+] |