Sulfur Dioxide  Manufacturers, Traders, Suppliers

Sulfur Dioxide stands as a versatile compound with significant industrial applications. Recognized for its versatility, Sulfur Dioxide serves as a critical component in diverse industrial processes, contributing to efficiency and product quality. Sulfur Dioxide is instrumental in various chemical production processes and is widely used as a preservative in the food and beverage industry. Its application extends to environmental uses, where it also aids in waste treatment and sanitation processes due to its strong antimicrobial properties.

Molecular weight: 64.065
Boiling point: -10.02 at 1.013 bar [℃] / 13.98 at 14.5 psi, [℉]
Density: 2.759 at 1.013bar, 15℃, [kg/m3] / 0.169 at 1 atm., 70 ℉, [lb/ft3]
Vapour pressure: 1.55 at 0℃, [bar] / 22.51 at 32℉, [psi]
Vapour pressure: 3.36 at 20℃, [bar] / 50.67 at 70℉, [psi]
Flammability range in air, [% volume]: Non combustible
Specific volume: 0.362 at 1.013bar, 15℃, [m3/kg] / 5.92 at 1 atm., 70 ℉, [ft3/lb]

1. Sulphur dioxide is used in the manufacture of sulphite, hydrogen sulphites and sulphuric acid.
2. Sulphur dioxide is used to sterilize wine and beer making equipment in order to imhibit the growth of moulds and bacteria, and to control wine fermentation. Sulphur dioxide may be used in a variety of disinfecting and fumigation applications.
3. Sulphur dioxide is used as a bleaching agent particularly for certain types of dried food, and also to bleach glue, elation, sugar, textiles, fats and oils.
4. Sulphur dioxide is used in gas mixtures for car emission monitoring.
5. Sulphur dioxide is also used in the float glass manufacturing process.