What is sodium bisulfate?

Answer 1

Sodium bisulfate, also sodium hydrogen sulfate, has the chemical formula NaHSO4.

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Production
Sodium bisulfate is produced by two methods. One method involves mixing stoichiometric quantities of sodium hydroxide and sulfuric acid which react to form sodium bisulfate and water.

NaOH + H2SO4 → NaHSO4 + H2O

A second production method involves reacting sodium chloride (salt) and sulfuric acid at elevated temperatures to produce sodium bisulfate and hydrogen chloride gas.

NaCl + H2SO4 → NaHSO4 + HCl

The liquid sodium bisulfate is sprayed and cooled so that it forms a solid bead. The hydrogen chloride gas is dissolved in water to produce hydrochloric acid as a useful byproduct of the reaction.

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Uses
Household cleaners
Silver pickling
To reduce alkalinity and pH in swimming pools
Definition:
Poisoning from an overdose of sodium bisulfate.
Poisonous Ingredient:
Sodium bisulfate

Where Found:
Leather tanning agents
Photographic reducing agents
Some food preservatives
Note: This list may not be all inclusive

Sodium Bisulfate

Sodium bisulfate is a salt which is used widely with potassium dichromate in bleach used for photographic purposes. It is a skin irritant and must be used with caution. If skin is exposed, wash with running water for 15 minutes. It is poison, so if ingested do not induce vomiting but seek immediate medical attention

Answer 2

How can I dispose of Sodium Bisulfate?

Answer 3

NaSu2