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Sodium meta-bisulphite reagent aqueous solution
This solution is prepared from A.C.S. Reagent grade sodium bisulphite.
Available in 1%. 3% and 5%.
It is also a powerful reducing agent that is used to remove chlorine and chloramines from water. It emits sulfur dioxide, a strong, unpleasant-smelling gas that can cause breathing problems in some people. It functions as a steriliser, antioxidant, and preservative.
The solution is made by dissolving solid SODIUM METABISULFITE into water and has a pH of 4.6 at 1.0 % (by weight) solution strength. Because the SMBS solution is not stable to air and reacts with both oxygen and chlorine, it is recommended that batches of less than 2% by weight be used within 3 to 7 days and batch solutions less than 10% be used within 7 to 14 days.
Stain used for:
- Jones Method for Kidney, Silver Method for the staining of basement membranes, reticulum fibres, collagen, and nuclei.
- Periodic Acid Leucofuchsin Method (PAS) for General tissue stain
Store at room temperature
| Solution | MSDS |
|---|---|
| Sodium Meta Bi Sulfite Aqueous Solution 1% | MSDS |
| Sodium Meta Bi Sulfite Aqueous Solution 3% | MSDS |
| Sodium Meta Bi Sulfite Aqueous Solution 5% | MSDS |
| Code | Percentage | Pack Size | Availability | Price | Updated: 04-06-2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMS21175-1 | 1% | 500ml | No ETA | $99.00 AUD | |
| EMS21175-3 | 3% | 500ml | No ETA | $104.00 AUD | |
| EMS21175-5 | 5% | 500ml | No ETA | $105.00 AUD |
* Availability Explanation
X weeks – the estimated lead time, based on the average time taken previously to fill orders from this particular supplier. Lead times are from when we receive your order until when we fill your order. For delivery times, please see shipping information below.
In Stock – Plenty of stock on the shelf, ready to ship.
No ETA – our supplier has advised they cannot provide an accurate ETA. Generally there is some issue with supply, and it may be more than 6 months.
