Sodium Aluminosilicate, Aluminum Sodium Silicate, 1344-00-9

Sodium Aluminosilicate, Aluminum Sodium Silicate, 1344-00-9

1. Physical and Chemical Properties

Sodium Aluminosilicate is a synthetic or naturally occurring compound containing sodium, aluminum, silicon, and oxygen. It is widely used in food, industrial, and chemical applications due to its adsorption and anticaking properties.

• Chemical Formula: AlNaO₆Si₂

• Molecular Weight: 202.14 g/mol

• Density: 2.05 g/cm³ (at 20°C)

• Appearance: White crystalline powder

• Solubility: Insoluble in water but capable of moisture adsorption.

2. Applications

Sodium Aluminosilicate is used in various industries due to its moisture control and catalytic properties:

• Food Industry: Acts as an anticaking agent (E554) to prevent clumping in powdered products.

• Water Treatment: Used in molecular sieves to remove contaminants.

• Petrochemical Industry: Functions as a catalyst and adsorbent in refining processes.

• Ceramics & Glass Production: Enhances heat resistance in ceramic and glass materials.

3. Other Names

Sodium Aluminosilicate is also known as:

• Molecular Sieve

• Aluminum Sodium Silicate

• Sodium Silicoaluminate

• Aluminosilicic Acid, Sodium Salt