Na6C6H4O4

Na6C6H4O4 represents the chemical compound sodium tartrate. It is a salt derived from tartaric acid and sodium. Tartaric acid is a naturally occurring organic acid found in many fruits, most notably grapes. Sodium tartrate exists in various forms, including anhydrous and hydrated versions, with the hexasodium salt being a specific example of a sodium-based tartrate compound. The formula indicates six sodium atoms, six carbon atoms, four hydrogen atoms, and four oxygen atoms per formula unit, though this is a simplification as C6H4O4 represents the tartrate anion. The precise structure and stoichiometry can vary depending on the specific salt formed and its degree of hydration. Sodium tartrate is typically a white crystalline solid. It is soluble in water. Historically, it has found applications in various industries, including food, pharmaceuticals, and chemistry. In the food industry, it can be used as a food additive, often serving as an emulsifier, stabilizer, or leavening agent. In medicine, it has seen use in certain formulations. Chemically, sodium tartrate can be employed as a reagent or in analytical procedures. Its properties are closely related to those of tartaric acid itself.