Sodium Formate in Australia
Sodium Formate ($HCOONa$) is a versatile sodium salt valued for its high solubility and alkaline buffering capacity. In the Australian construction landscape, it is utilized as an "anti-frost" additive and accelerator that promotes the early hydration of cement, which is critical for bridge pylon construction and tunnel lining where chloride-induced corrosion of steel reinforcement must be avoided. Scientifically, in the leather industry, it facilitates the "pickling" and tanning stages by effectively masking chrome tanning agents, ensuring a deeper and more even distribution of chemicals within the hide fibers. Because it is chloride-free and environmentally safe, it meets the strict mandates of Safe Work Australia and the Australian EPA, providing a sustainable, high-performance solution for the mining, textile, and chemical synthesis sectors operating in the country's most ecologically sensitive zones.
Major Applications:
1. Leather industry as tanning agent
2. Oil Drilling field / Oilfield chemicals : In exploratory drilling, high-density saturated sodium formate solution can enhance machines’ high-temperature resistance, prevent rust and exhibit microbial degradation functions. The use of sodium formate helps stabilize the rock layer and reduce the impact on the soil environment during oil explorations.
3. As a de-icer on airport runways due to its effectiveness and less contamination than Salt. It melts the ice rapidly without damaging the asphalt
4. Pulp and paper industry - In production of sodium hydrosulphite / dithionite (a bleaching agent)
5. Textile industry - fabric dyeing and printing process
6.Construction industry
7. Electroplating process
8. As animal feed additive - used as a dietary electrolyte balance (dEB) enhancer
9. Formic acid manufacturing
Packing: 25 kgs HDPE Bags
Storage: Store in a dry place. Protect from moisture. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.