Sodium metabisulphite FCC

Sodium metabisulphite (Na₂S₂O₅), also known as sodium pyrosulphite or disodium metabisulphite is an inorganic compound comprised of sodium, sulphur, and oxygen.
It is usually a white or yellowish-white crystalline powder with a slight sulphur odour.

The FCC grade meets the requirements of the Food Chemical Codex indicates and is suitable for all food, beverage and nutritional supplement applications

This product is commonly used to preserve dried foods such as potato chips, raisins, apples, as well as fruit concentrate juices. 
It can also used in brewing to stop fermentation, or to sanitise equipment at higher concentrations.
In cosmetics Sodium metabisulfite is used as a preservative and stabilizer. This ingredient also offers antioxidant properties. In hair care, it functions as a reducing agent that modifies the structure of hair.

Sodium Metabisulphite Applications

Commonly used in foods as an antioxidant and preservative, on fruits as a bleaching agent and in the production of coconut cream, as well as on prawns after capture to prevent blackspots.
Food Industry:
Preservative: It is used to extend the shelf life of food products like meat, fruits, and beverages like wine. 
Antioxidant: It prevents oxidation and discoloration in foods, helping to maintain their color and flavor. 
Pharmaceutical: excipient/antioxidant in medications/antimicrobial
Mining: For the destruction of cyanide (gold mining), flotation (lead and zinc) Photography
Water treatment: To quench chlorine residual 
Fungicide for anti-microbe and mould prevention during the shipping of consumer goods such as shoes and clothing.
Dough Softener: Used as a flour treatment agent to improve the texture of baked goods. 
Bleaching Agent: Used to bleach fruits and in the production of coconut cream. 
Sanitizer: Used to sanitize equipment used in winemaking and brewing.