Synonym(s)
: sodium metasilicate, waterglass, disodium metasilicate
Mol. Formula
: H2O3Si.2Na
EC / List no.
: 229-912-9
CAS no.
: 6834-92-0
Molecular weight
: 122,063
Sodium silicate is a liquid solution containing an inorganic sodium salt with silicate as the counter ion. It contains silicate ion.
Application
» This substance is used in the following products: washing and cleaning products, cosmetics and personal care products, adhesives, sealants, air care products, biocides (e.g. disinfectants, pest control products), coating products, finger paints, non-metallic surface treatment products, and varnishes and waxes.
» Used in machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coatings or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners.
Product Specifications
Physical and Chemical Properties
» Sodium silicate appears as a colorless liquid.
Properties
Characteristics |
Unit |
Value |
Condition |
Melting point |
°C |
1089 |
|
Density |
g/ cm³ |
2.61 |
20 °C |
Solubility |
g/L |
210 |
20 °C, Soluble with water |
pKa |
|
9.9-12 |
30 °C |
Corrosivity |
|
Corrosive |
|
Refractive index |
|
1.520 |
|