CAS 26970-82-1

Sodium selenite (Na2SeO3) pentahydrate

Description:

Sodium selenite pentahydrate (Na2SeO3·5H2O) is an inorganic compound characterized by its white crystalline appearance. It is a hydrated form of sodium selenite, which consists of sodium ions and selenite anions, along with five water molecules of hydration. This compound is soluble in water, making it useful in various applications, including as a source of selenium in biological and chemical processes. Sodium selenite is known for its antioxidant properties and is sometimes utilized in nutritional supplements and research related to selenium's role in human health. The pentahydrate form indicates that it contains five water molecules, which can influence its stability and solubility. In terms of safety, sodium selenite is considered toxic in high doses, and appropriate handling precautions should be taken to avoid exposure. Its CAS number, 26970-82-1, uniquely identifies this specific compound in chemical databases, facilitating its recognition in scientific literature and regulatory contexts.

Formula: H₂O₃Se·5H₂O·2Na

InChI: InChI=1S/2Na.H2O3Se.5H2O/c;;1-4(2)3;;;;;/h;;(H2,1,2,3);5*1H2

InChI key: InChIKey=DEMFVWCFKTVGPG-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: [Se](=O)(O)O.[Na].O

Synonyms:

• Selenious acid (H₂SeO₃), disodium salt, pentahydrate
• Selenious acid, disodium salt, pentahydrate
• Sodium selenite (Na₂SeO₃) pentahydrate
• Sodium selenite (Na2SeO3) pentahydrate
• Selenious acid (H2SeO3), disodium salt, pentahydrate

Sodium selenite pentahydrate, BP, EP grade

CAS: 26970-82-1

Formula: Na₂SeO₃·5H₂O

Purity: 98.5 - 101.5 % (Na2SeO3 · 5H2O)

Color and Shape: White to off-white crystals or crystalline powder

Molecular weight: 263.01

Ref: 7W-GE7317

Sodium selenite pentahydrate, 98%

CAS: 26970-82-1

Formula: Na₂SeO₃·5H₂O

Purity: 98.0 - 102.0 % (Na2SeO3 · 5H2O)

Color and Shape: Colourless crystals or white to almost white crystalline powder

Molecular weight: 263.01

Ref: 7W-GE8965

Sodium Selenite Pentahydrate

Controlled Product

CAS: 26970-82-1

Applications Sodium Selenite Pentahydrate, can be used in porcine serum in order to biofotify it with selenium to inhibit proliferation of three types of human cancer.
Not a dangerous good if item is equal to or less than 1g/ml and there is less than 100g/ml in the package
References Sun, L. H., et al.: J. Nutrition., 143 (7), 1115 (2013);

Formula: H₁₀Na₂O₈Se

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 172.95

Ref: TR-S670900

Sodium selenite pentahydrate

CAS: 26970-82-1

Sodium selenite pentahydrate is a model system that exhibits antioxidative properties and can be used as an antimicrobial agent. It has been shown to have therapeutic benefits in the treatment of metabolic disorders and also has antifungal, antibacterial, and antiviral properties. The reaction between sodium selenite pentahydrate and malonic acid generates hydrogen peroxide, which has been shown to inhibit the growth of prostate cancer cells. Sodium selenite pentahydrate is used as a plasma mass spectrometry standard for the identification of sodium salts in animal tissue. This compound is also used to produce probiotic bacteria that are beneficial to human health.

Formula: Na₂SeO₃•(H₂O)₅

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 263.01 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FS02450