Lr Sodium Citrate
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Laboratory Reagent

Sodium Citrate (Na₃C₆H₅O₇)

Laboratory grade sodium citrate manufactured for ESR tests, blood coagulation studies, and anticoagulant applications. Our sodium citrate provides reliable chelation properties for clinical laboratories, diagnostic testing, and hematology procedures.

  • High Purity Laboratory Grade
  • ESR Test Applications
  • Blood Coagulation Studies
  • Clinical Laboratory Use
  • Anticoagulant Properties
  • Diagnostic Testing Applications
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Formula: Na₃C₆H₅O₇·2H₂O
CAS Number: 6132-04-3
EINECS Number: 200-675-3
Purity (Assay): ≥ 99.0% (LR Grade)
Physical State: White crystalline powder
Molecular Weight: 294.10 g/mol (dihydrate)
Melting Point: 150°C (loses water)
Solubility in Water: 92 g/100ml at 25°C
pH (5% solution): 7.5 - 9.0
Loss on Drying: 11.0 - 13.0% (loss of 2H₂O)
Chloride (Cl): ≤ 0.005%
Sulfate (SO₄): ≤ 0.01%
Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 0.001%
Oxalate: ≤ 0.01%
Water Insoluble Matter: ≤ 0.005%
Packaging Options: 500g, 1kg, 5kg containers

Applications

Educational Laboratories
Buffer Systems
Chelating Agent
Analytical Chemistry
Anticoagulant Applications
Teaching & Training
Blood Collection
Sample Preservation
Biological Studies
Quality Control
Citrate Ion Source
Student Experiments

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized sodium citrate grades tailored for different laboratory and educational requirements, ensuring optimal buffering performance and cost-effectiveness across diverse analytical and biological applications.

LR Grade (Laboratory Reagent)
Purity: ≥ 99.0% Oxalate: ≤ 0.01% Heavy Metals: ≤ 0.001% Application: General laboratory, educational use
Medical Grade
Purity: ≥ 99.5% USP/BP compliant Anticoagulant quality Application: Blood collection
Buffer Grade
Purity: ≥ 99.2% Consistent pH control Biological compatible Application: Buffer preparation
Research Grade
Purity: ≥ 99.8% Ultra-low impurities Consistent chelation Application: Advanced research

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's LR Grade Sodium Citrate is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting laboratory reagent specifications for educational and analytical applications. Our production ensures consistent buffering performance and safety compliance.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Manufacturing
Laboratory Reagent Standards
≥ 99.0% Reliable Buffering
Analytical Testing Protocol
Educational Grade Compliance
Consistent Chelation Performance
Certificate of Analysis
Safe Transportation

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

LR Grade Sodium Citrate exhibits excellent chelating properties and buffering characteristics, making it suitable for educational demonstrations and general laboratory applications requiring controlled metal complexation and pH buffering.

Chelation Properties
Chelating Sites: 3 carboxyl + 1 hydroxyl groups
Metal Binding: Ca²⁺, Mg²⁺, Fe³⁺ complexation
Stability Constants: Ca²⁺ log K = 3.5
Anticoagulant Action: Calcium sequestration
Buffer Properties
pKa Values: 3.13, 4.76, 6.40
Buffer Range: pH 3.0-6.2
Buffer Capacity: Good buffering at pH 4.8
Temperature Stability: Stable buffer system
Solubility Properties
Water Solubility: 92.5 g/100ml (20°C)
pH (0.1M solution): ≈ 8.5 (alkaline)
Hydration State: Na₃C₆H₅O₇·2H₂O
Crystalline Form: Dihydrate crystals

Performance Characteristics

Performance metrics demonstrate LR Grade sodium citrate reliability in educational and general laboratory applications with consistent chelation performance and buffering stability for routine procedures.

Chelation Performance

Effectiveness: Strong metal ion complexation

Reliable calcium binding capability
Educational Suitability

Safety: Non-toxic and safe for students

Ideal for teaching chelation chemistry
Buffer Performance

Strength: Effective pH control in acidic range

Stable buffer system
Cost Effectiveness

Economics: Versatile laboratory reagent

Multi-purpose cost efficiency

Safety Information

Generally recognized as safe with minimal health risks under normal laboratory conditions. Food-grade compound with low toxicity. May cause mild eye irritation with direct contact. Ideal for educational settings with standard laboratory safety protocols.

Generally Safe
Food-Grade Safe
Educational Safe

Storage & Handling

Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry area. Hygroscopic material that absorbs moisture from air. Compatible with most materials. Use appropriate storage equipment and maintain proper inventory management for educational institutions.

Store at room temperature
Protect from moisture
Tightly closed containers
Compatible with most materials

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Sodium citrate exhibits chelation properties and buffering behavior through multiple reaction pathways, making it suitable for educational demonstrations and laboratory applications requiring controlled complexation and pH buffering.

Chelation Reactions

Forms stable citrate complexes with metal ions

Ideal for coordination chemistry demonstrations
Buffer System

Citrate buffer: H₃Cit ⇌ H₂Cit⁻ ⇌ HCit²⁻ ⇌ Cit³⁻

Educational demonstration of polyprotic acid buffers
Complex Formation

Forms coordination compounds with calcium and iron

Standard for complexation studies
Anticoagulation

Binds calcium ions preventing blood coagulation

Important for clinical chemistry applications

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures safe use of citrate compounds in educational and laboratory environments with complete documentation supporting institutional safety requirements.

Educational Standards

Compliance with educational institution safety for citrate compounds

Non-Hazardous Classification

Generally recognized as safe for laboratory use

Safety Compliance

Standard laboratory safety protocols for citrate compounds

Laboratory Standards

Meets buffer and complexation grade specifications

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's educational and laboratory support team provides comprehensive guidance for buffer applications and proper use of sodium citrate in educational and clinical settings.

Educational Support
  • Buffer chemistry training programs
  • Complexation reaction demonstrations
  • Clinical chemistry applications
  • pH measurement training
Buffer Services
  • Buffer preparation protocols
  • Complexation consultation
  • Clinical application support
  • Quality control guidance

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our sodium citrate production emphasizes environmental responsibility with minimal environmental impact and comprehensive waste management for educational and laboratory operations.

Safe Disposal

Environmental-friendly disposal with biodegradable properties

Educational Sustainability

Supporting sustainable buffer chemistry education

Recovery Programs

Citrate recovery and recycling programs

Minimal Impact

Biodegradable formulation with minimal environmental footprint

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's laboratory reagent manufacturing facility employs controlled production technology for consistent sodium citrate quality and buffering performance across all production batches.

Production Process

Controlled citrate production with purity and buffering capacity management

Consistent buffer properties and complexation behavior
Buffer Testing

pH buffering verification and complexation testing

Regular buffering performance monitoring
Quality Systems

Enhanced quality protocols for buffer applications

Comprehensive citrate compound management

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive laboratory data demonstrating sodium citrate effectiveness across educational and clinical applications with reliable buffer and complexation performance metrics.

Educational Institutions
Safety Record: 99.7% incident-free buffer experiments Performance: Consistent pH control demonstrations Cost Efficiency: 48% more economical vs commercial preparations
Clinical Laboratories
Buffer Capacity: Reliable pH maintenance Quality: Meets clinical chemistry standards Customer Satisfaction: 97% user approval rate

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Buffer Chemistry Expertise

Specialized knowledge in citrate compound production and pH control

Educational Focus

Dedicated support for educational institutions with buffer chemistry training

Quality Leadership

Enhanced quality protocols specifically designed for buffer applications

Reliable Supply

Consistent availability with buffer quality assurance

Quality Consistency

Consistent buffering performance with certificates for clinical applications

Partnership Approach

Long-term relationships with educational institutions and clinical support