English Name: sodium azide Alias: sodium azide Molecular Formula: NaN3 CAS No: 26628-22-8 Molecular Weight: 65.01
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Overview
Sodium azide (CAS 79-80-5, NaN₃) is an inorganic compound primarily synthesized via the reaction of sodium amide with nitrous oxide. It serves as a critical reagent in organic synthesis for preparing azides and pharmaceutical intermediates.
Application
- Pharmaceuticals: Synthesis of sulfa drugs and antibiotic precursors.
- Chemical Industry: Production of triazoles and heterocyclic compounds.
- Preservatives: Used as a bacteriostatic agent in industrial coolant systems.
Precautions
Strictly prohibited in clinical injectable formulations due to acute toxicity. Requires storage in cool, dry areas away from acids to prevent explosive hydrogen azide generation. Personal protective equipment is mandatory during handling.