Industrial Chemicals
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Sodium carbonate
Lower bulk-density sodium carbonate suited to detergents, chemical processing and textile applications.
Applications
- Detergents & cleaning products
- Chemical manufacturing
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Industrial Chemicals
Soda Ash
Na2CO3
Alkaline raw material for glass, detergents, chemical production and pH control in water treatment.
- Chemical name
- Sodium carbonate
- CAS number
- 497-19-8
- Also known as
- Sodium carbonate
Product overview
Soda ash is the industrial name for sodium carbonate, a white alkaline solid and one of the most widely used commodity chemicals worldwide.
It is a key raw material in glass manufacturing and detergent production, and is used in pulp and paper, chemical synthesis and metallurgy. In water treatment it raises pH and alkalinity and supports water softening.
Applications
- Glass & ceramics
- Detergents & cleaning products
- pH adjustment & neutralization
- Chemical manufacturing
- Pulp & paper
Typical uses for this chemical. Suitability for a specific process, and grade requirements for food, pharmaceutical or potable-water use, should be confirmed with our team.
Technical information
| Chemical name | Sodium carbonate |
|---|---|
| Formula | Na2CO3 |
| CAS number | 497-19-8 |
| Molecular weight | 105.99 g/mol |
| HS code | 2836.20 |
| Transport classification | Not regulated for transport |
| Appearance | White, free-flowing granular solid |
| Forms | Dense granular powder |
| Grades | Dense ≥99.2% technical (glass grade) · Synthetic dense · Natural dense (trona-based) · Food grade (FCC) / NSF/ANSI/CAN 60 water-treatment grade |
| Packaging | 50 kg HDPE/PP bags (US: 50 lb / 22.7 kg bags) · 25–40 kg bags · 750–1,000 kg jumbo bags (2,000 lb super sacks) · Bulk: hopper rail cars, trucks, ship |
Identifiers and classifications are standard reference data for the substance. Forms, grades and packaging reflect what is commonly traded internationally; availability for your order is confirmed in the quotation.
Typical specifications
Typical values for commonly traded grades of Soda Ash, based on international standards and published manufacturer data.
Dense ≥99.2%, synthetic (typical)
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Total alkali (as Na2CO3, dry basis) | ≥ 99.2% |
| NaCl (dry basis) | ≤ 0.60–0.70% |
| Fe (dry basis) | ≤ 0.0035% |
| Sulfate (as SO4, dry basis) | ≤ 0.03% |
| Water insolubles | ≤ 0.03% |
| Bulk density | ≥ 0.90 g/mL |
| Particle size (residue on 180 µm sieve) | ≥ 70% |
Dense ≥99.2%, natural (typical)
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Na2CO3 | ≥ 99.2% (typ. 99.6–99.8%) |
| Na2O | ≥ 58.0% |
| Na2SO4 | ≤ 0.20% |
| NaCl | ≤ 0.10–0.20% |
| Fe2O3 | ≤ 20 ppm |
| Water insolubles | ≤ 0.05% |
| Ignition loss | ≤ 0.8% |
| Heavy metals (as Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 3 ppm |
| Bulk density | 0.96–1.12 g/cm3 (60–70 lb/ft3) |
Reference standards:GB/T 210-2022 (replaces GB 210.1-2004)ANSI/AWWA B201EN 897 (drinking-water treatment)IS 251ASTM E359 (test methods)Food Chemicals Codex (FCC)NSF/ANSI/CAN 60
Dense soda ash (bulk density about 0.9–1.2 g/cm³) is preferred for glass making. Natural (trona) ash is lower in salt than synthetic ash.
Typical values are for guidance. The specification for your order depends on grade and origin and is confirmed in the quotation, Technical Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis.
Packaging
- 50 kg HDPE/PP bags (US: 50 lb / 22.7 kg bags)
- 25–40 kg bags
- 750–1,000 kg jumbo bags (2,000 lb super sacks)
- Bulk: hopper rail cars, trucks, ship
Packaging commonly used for export shipments of this product. Availability depends on grade and origin and is confirmed per order.
Packaging confirmed per order
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Documentation
Request the documents you need to evaluate Soda Ash. We send documents that match the grade being quoted.
- TDS
Technical Data Sheets
Product specifications and technical information.
- SDS
Safety Data Sheets
Safety and handling documentation where available.
- COA
Certificate of Analysis
Batch-specific documentation where applicable.
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Frequently asked questions
What grades of Soda Ash can LALITAPATTRA supply?
Soda Ash is commonly traded as Dense ≥99.2% technical (glass grade), Synthetic dense, Natural dense (trona-based), Food grade (FCC) / NSF/ANSI/CAN 60 water-treatment grade. Availability varies by origin and destination market — share the grade, purity or standard you require and our team will confirm what we can supply, with the current specification.
Can I get the TDS, SDS or COA for Soda Ash?
Yes. Documentation for Soda Ash can be requested through this page. We send the documents that apply to the specific grade you are evaluating; a Certificate of Analysis is batch-specific and issued where applicable.
What packaging options are available for Soda Ash?
Common export packaging for Soda Ash includes 50 kg HDPE/PP bags (US: 50 lb / 22.7 kg bags); 25–40 kg bags; 750–1,000 kg jumbo bags (2,000 lb super sacks); Bulk: hopper rail cars, trucks, ship. Tell us your preferred packaging when you request a quotation and we will confirm what is available for your grade and volume.
Can Soda Ash be supplied for export?
We support export inquiries for Soda Ash. Include your destination country and port in your request so we can prepare a quotation that covers documentation and logistics coordination.
What should I include in a quotation request?
The product name and grade, quantity and unit, preferred packaging, destination country and port, required delivery date and any documents you need. The more detail you share, the more precise the quotation.
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