Sulfur Dioxide CAS 7446-09-5

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Sulfur dioxide CAS 7446-09-5 (SO₂) is a pivotal industrial gas and chemical intermediate with extensive applications across various sectors. As a colorless gas with a sharp, pungent odor, sulfur dioxide is primarily known for its role as a precursor in the production of sulfuric acid, the world's most produced chemical. Its unique chemical properties as a reducing agent, preservative, and bleaching agent make it indispensable in numerous industrial processes.
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Sulfur dioxide CAS 7446-09-5 (SO₂) is a pivotal industrial gas and chemical intermediate with extensive applications across various sectors. As a colorless gas with a sharp, pungent odor, sulfur dioxide is primarily known for its role as a precursor in the production of sulfuric acid, the world's most produced chemical. Its unique chemical properties as a reducing agent, preservative, and bleaching agent make it indispensable in numerous industrial processes. The controlled production, safe handling, and precise application of sulfur dioxide are critical for industries ranging from chemical manufacturing to food processing and environmental technology.

 

Basic Information

 

CAS No. 7446-09-5
UN No. UN1079 (Sulfur dioxide)
Molecular Formula SO₂

 

Key Attributes & Parameters

 

Purity Available in commercial grades (typically 99.9% min.) and high-purity grades (>99.98%) for sensitive applications.
Physical State Colorless gas under standard conditions; liquefies under moderate pressure or at -10°C (14°F) at atmospheric pressure.
Odor Pungent, irritating odor detectable at low concentrations.
Key Hazards Toxic by inhalation, corrosive, and environmental hazard (contributes to acid rain). Requires careful handling and emission control.

 

Features & Advantages

 

Versatile Reducing Agent

Effectively acts as a reducing agent in chemical processes, including metal extraction and wastewater treatment.

Powerful Preservative & Antioxidant

Inhibits microbial growth and enzymatic browning, making it highly effective in food preservation.

Essential Chemical Building Block

Serves as the fundamental feedstock for sulfuric acid production via the Contact Process.

Effective Bleaching Agent

Used in the pulp and paper industry for bleaching wood pulp.

 

Functional Characteristics

 

Sulfur dioxide CAS 7446-09-5 is highly soluble in water, forming sulfurous acid (H₂SO₃), which underpins many of its applications. It can be liquefied for ease of storage and transport in pressurized cylinders or tanks. In industrial settings, sulfur dioxide is often generated on-site from sulfur combustion or as a by-product of metallurgical operations. Its core functions include acting as a feedstock for sulfuric acid synthesis, serving as a reducing agent in chemical redox reactions, and functioning as a preservative by disrupting microbial metabolism.

 

Primary Application Fields

 

Chemical Manufacturing

Over 90% of produced SO₂ is used to manufacture sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄) via catalytic oxidation.

Food & Beverage Industry

Used as a preservative (E220) in dried fruits, wine, fruit juices, and other products to prevent spoilage and discoloration.

Pulp & Paper Industry

Employed as a bleaching agent in the production of wood pulp for papermaking.

Water & Wastewater Treatment

Utilized as a reducing agent to remove excess chlorine (dechlorination) and in flue gas desulfurization processes.

Metallurgy & Mining

Used in the extraction and refining of certain metals and as a reducing agent in mineral processing.

 

Customer Collaboration Case

 

We partnered with a large municipal wastewater treatment plant facing challenges with chlorine residuals in their discharged effluent, which were harmful to aquatic life. They required a reliable, safe, and cost-effective method for dechlorination. We designed and implemented a turnkey system for the controlled dosing of high-purity sulfur dioxide gas. Our solution included a bulk storage tank, automated gas-to-water dissolution and injection skid, and real-time monitoring linked to the plant's residual chlorine analyzers. The precisely dosed sulfur dioxide effectively and consistently neutralized the chlorine, bringing the plant into full environmental compliance. This partnership not only solved their compliance issue but also optimized their chemical usage, demonstrating the effectiveness of sulfur dioxide as a critical reagent in modern environmental engineering.


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