Industrial Chemicals
Soda Ash
Sodium carbonate
Alkaline raw material for glass, detergents, chemical production and pH control in water treatment.
Applications
- Glass & ceramics
- Detergents & cleaning products
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Industrial Chemicals
Soda Ash Light
Na2CO3
Lower bulk-density sodium carbonate suited to detergents, chemical processing and textile applications.
- Chemical name
- Sodium carbonate
- CAS number
- 497-19-8
- Also known as
- Light soda ash, Sodium carbonate (light)
Product overview
Soda ash light is sodium carbonate in a lower bulk-density form than dense soda ash. The chemical is the same; the physical form affects how it handles, blends and dissolves.
It is often chosen for detergent and cleaning-product manufacturing, chemical processing, textile scouring and dyeing, and general pH adjustment. Contact us to confirm the form best suited to your process.
The fine, porous particles of light soda ash (bulk density roughly 0.5–0.7 g/cm³) absorb liquid surfactants well, which is why detergent powder makers use it for dry blending and agglomeration. It also dissolves quickly when making up alkaline solutions. Where dust control or glass-batch handling matters more, dense soda ash is usually preferred.
Applications
- Detergents & cleaning products
- Chemical manufacturing
- Textile processing
- pH adjustment & neutralization
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, fine, low-density powder |
| Forms | Light (fine) powder |
| Grades | Light ≥99.2% technical · Synthetic light · Food grade (FCC) |
| Packaging | 25 kg / 40 kg / 50 kg PP or HDPE bags · 750–1,000 kg jumbo bags (850 kg also offered) · Bulk: hopper cars, trucks |
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 Light, based on international standards and published manufacturer data.
Light ≥99.2% (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% |
Light, synthetic (typical)
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Na2CO3 | ≥ 98.0–99.0% (typ. 99.5%) |
| NaCl | ≤ 0.5–0.8% (typ. 0.15%) |
| Na2SO4 | ≤ 0.03–0.04% |
| Fe2O3 | ≤ 29–30 ppm |
| Water insolubles | ≤ 0.03% |
| Loss on drying / volatile matter | ≤ 0.8–1.5% |
| Bulk density | 0.48–0.72 g/cm3 (typ. 0.53–0.57) |
| Granulometry | > 1 mm ≤ 5%; > 0.25 mm ≤ 25% |
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)
Same chemistry as dense soda ash; light grade has a lower bulk density (about 0.5–0.7 g/cm³), which suits detergent blending and chemical dissolving.
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
- 25 kg / 40 kg / 50 kg PP or HDPE bags
- 750–1,000 kg jumbo bags (850 kg also offered)
- Bulk: hopper cars, trucks
Packaging commonly used for export shipments of this product. Availability depends on grade and origin and is confirmed per order.
Packaging confirmed per order
Tell us your preferred packaging and handling requirements — we'll confirm available options for your grade, volume and destination.
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Documentation
Request the documents you need to evaluate Soda Ash Light. 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 Light are available?
Soda Ash Light is commonly traded as Light ≥99.2% technical; Synthetic light; Food grade (FCC). Availability varies by origin and destination market — share the grade, purity or standard you require and we will confirm what can be supplied, with the current specification.
What is the HS code for Soda Ash Light?
Soda Ash Light is usually classified under HS 2836.20. National tariff codes add further digits and can differ by form and country, so confirm the full code with your customs broker before shipment.
Is Soda Ash Light a dangerous good for shipping?
Soda Ash Light is generally not regulated as a dangerous good for road, sea or air transport. The Safety Data Sheet for the grade shipped is the reference used when booking freight.
Which standards apply to Soda Ash Light?
Commonly referenced standards include GB/T 210-2022, ANSI/AWWA B201, EN 897, IS 251. Tell us which standard your application or market requires and we will confirm a grade that meets it.
How is Soda Ash Light packed for export?
Common export packaging for Soda Ash Light includes 25 kg / 40 kg / 50 kg PP or HDPE bags; 750–1,000 kg jumbo bags (850 kg also offered); Bulk: hopper cars, trucks. Tell us your preferred packaging and we will confirm what is available for your grade and volume.
Can I get the TDS, SDS or COA for Soda Ash Light?
Yes — request them on 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.
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