This European Standard is applicable to sodium disulfite used for treatment of water intended for human
consumption. It describes the characteristics of sodium disulfite and specifies the requirements and the
corresponding test methods for sodium disulfite. It gives information on its use in water treatment. It also
determines the rules relating to safe handling and use (see Annex B).
BS EN 12121:2005 history
2022BS EN 12121:2022 Chemicals used for treatment of water intended for human consumption. Sodium disulfite
2013BS EN 12121:2012 Chemicals used for treatment of water intended for human consumption. Sodium disulfite
2006BS EN 12121:2005 Chemicals used for treatment of water intended for human consumption — Sodium disulfite