Sodium azide EMPLURA

About Sodium azide EMPLURA

• When mixed with water or an acid, sodium azide turns into a toxic gas with a sharp odor.It also turns into a toxic gas when it comes into contact with solid metals.

• Sodium azide can be released into the air as fine particles, which can contaminate water, food, and agricultural products.

• Sodium azide burns in air and may explode if large quantities are involved.

• Airbag propellant: Sodium azide is used as the propellant to inflate automobile air bags.
• Chemical preparation: Sodium azide is used in the preparation of various chemicals.
• Preservative: Sodium azide is used as a preservative in diagnostic medicines and blood tests.
• Herbicide, fungicide, and soil fumigant: Sodium azide is used as a herbicide, fungicide, and soil fumigant.
• Sponge rubber: Sodium azide is used in sponge rubber.
• Detonators: Sodium azide is used in detonators.
• Explosive manufacturing: Sodium azide is used as an intermediate in explosives manufacturing.