Chemical formula: Na₂CO₃
Appearance: White crystalline powder, odorless, readily soluble in water.
Properties:
- Alkaline reaction (pH ~ 11 in solution).
- It is characterized by good solubility and stability under normal conditions.
- It has degreasing, softening and neutralizing effects.
Application:
- In cleaning and washing detergents – as a water softener and booster.
- In the glass and chemical industry – for the production of glass, detergents, paints and other products.
- In the textile and leather industry – for the treatment of fibers and leather.
- In the food industry (E500) – as an acidity regulator and raising agent (use carefully and in specified quantities).
- In metallurgy and paper production.
Packaging and storage:
- Delivered in bags or big bags.
- Store in a dry place, protected from moisture and direct sunlight.
- Keep away from acids and ammonium salts.
