Sodium tungstate is used as catalyst for epoxidation of alkenes and oxidation of alcohols into aldehydes or ketones.
sodium tungstate has only niche applications. In organic chemistry, sodium tungstate is used as catalyst for epoxidation of alkenes and oxidation of alcohols into aldehydes or ketones. It exhibits anti-diabetic effects. Solutions of sodium and lithium metatungstates are used in density separation.
This monograph for Sodium Tungstate Dihydrate provides, in addition to common physical constants, a general description including typical appearance, applications, change in state (approximate), and aqueous solubility. The monograph also details the following specifications and corresponding tests for verifying that a substance meets ACS Reagent Grade specifications including: Assay, Insoluble Matter, Titrable Free Base, Chloride, Molybdenum, Sulfate, Heavy Metals and Iron.
