Sodium Nitrite (NaNO₂)

Versatile inorganic salt for dyeing, metal treatment, corrosion 
inhibition and food processing
Molecular formula
Molecular weight
Appearance
Properties
Textiles
NaNO₂
69.00 g/mol
White or slightly yellow rhombic 
crystals
Strongly hygroscopic
Mordant for fabric dyeing; bleaching 
agent for silk and linen
Metals
Metal heat-treatment a