Sodium Tartrate (KNaC₄H₄O₆·4H₂O), commonly known as Rochelle Salt, is a white crystalline compound widely used in laboratory chemistry, electroplating processes, and industrial applications.

It is commonly used as a stabilizing and complexing agent in electroplating solutions where tartrate salts help maintain metal ions in solution. Sodium tartrate is also used in laboratory chemistry as a reagent and as a component in analytical solutions such as Fehling's solution.

In addition, sodium tartrate is used in mirror silvering processes and other metal finishing applications where controlled chemical reactions are required.

Because of its solubility and stability, Rochelle salt remains a commonly used compound in chemical research, plating solutions, and laboratory experimentation.

How Sodium Tartrate Is Used

Sodium tartrate is typically dissolved in water to create a solution used in laboratory or electroplating applications.

In electroplating processes, it acts as a complexing agent that helps stabilize metal ions within plating baths. This helps maintain consistent plating reactions and improves solution stability.

In laboratory chemistry, sodium tartrate is often used as a reagent in analytical chemistry experiments and in the preparation of chemical testing solutions.

Common Uses

• electroplating solutions
• laboratory chemistry reagent
• mirror silvering processes
• analytical chemistry experiments
• preparation of Fehling's solution
• chemical research and experimentation

Product Details

Chemical Formula
KNaC₄H₄O₆·4H₂O

CAS Number
6381-59-5

Appearance
White crystalline powder

Size: 4 oz. or 8 oz bag