SODIUM NITRITE
Prepared at the 44th JECFA (1995), published in FNP 52 Add 3 (1995) superseding specifications prepared at the 17th JECFA (1973), published in
FNP 4 (1978) and in FNP 52 (1992). Metals and arsenic specifications revised at the 63rd JECFA (2004). An ADI of 0-0.06 mg/kg bw was established at 44th JECFA (1995). Nitrite should not be used for infants below 3 months
SYNONYMS INS No. 250
DEFINITION
Chemical names Sodium nitrite
C.A.S. number 7632-00-0
Chemical formula NaNO2
Formula weight 69.00
Assay Not less than 97.0% on the dried basis
DESCRIPTION White or slightly yellow, hygroscopic and deliquescent granules, powder, or opaque, fused masses of sticks
FUNCTIONAL USES Antimicrobial preservative, colour fixative
