Sodium Carbonate (Na₂CO₃)

Sodium Carbonate, also known as soda ash or washing soda, is an inexpensive alkaline compound used in detergents, water softening, and pH adjustment in swimming pools and aquarium water. It is soluble in water and glycol, insoluble in alcohol, noncombustible, and of low toxicity. Sodium Carbonate is also utilized in photography, cleaning and boiler compounds, and as an analytical reagent.

Product Specifications

Applications and Benefits:

• Used in detergent production
• Water softening for household and industrial purposes
• pH adjustment in swimming pools and aquarium water
• Reagent for photography and analytical processes
• Cleaning agent and boiler compound additive

Caution:

Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with eyes.

Sodium Hydroxide 99%, Caustic Soda (Flakes)

Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH), also known as caustic soda, is a high-purity chemical (99%) in flake form, suitable for industrial and chemical applications. It is widely used in chemical manufacturing, detergents, soap making, textile processing, etching, electroplating, and as a laboratory reagent or drain cleaner. This highly corrosive and toxic compound requires careful handling and storage. It is shipped in compliance with hazmat regulations within the continental United States only.

Product Specifications

Shipping Information:

• Shipped as a hazardous material under code UN1823, PG II.
• Only ships via UPS Ground or FedEx Ground within the continental USA.
• Not available for shipping to Alaska, Hawaii, Canada, Puerto Rico, or internationally.
• 1-lb and 10-lb containers include hazmat fees in the price.

Applications and Benefits:

• Essential for chemical manufacturing
• Key ingredient in detergents and soap making
• Used for etching and electroplating processes
• Effective laboratory reagent and drain cleaner
• Corrosive compound for industrial applications

Caution:

Sodium Hydroxide is highly corrosive to tissue and a strong irritant. Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and wear proper protective equipment during handling.

Sodium Metasilicate Pentahydrate

Sodium metasilicates, METSO PENTABEAD®20, offer the convenience of sodium silicate and sodium hydroxide (caustic soda) in an easy-to-handle, free-flowing bead. Sodium metasilicates are essential ingredients in detergents and cleaning products. They are widely utilized in metal cleaning, industrial and institutional cleaners, textile and food processing industries, and the manufacture of specialty cements used in the drilling industry.

Product Specifications

Applications and Benefits:

• Key ingredient in detergents and cleaning products
• Metal cleaning and industrial cleaners
• Textile and food processing industries
• Manufacture of specialty cements for drilling

Caution:

Subject to hazardous material charges by the carrier. Regulated for transportation under UN3253 as Disodium Trioxosilicate. Handle with care and follow appropriate safety guidelines. Pallet quantities typically ship in 7 to 10 days.