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Quick Answer — Soda Ash Light & Dense 99.2% for Detergents, Glass & Water pH Control

Soda Ash Light and Dense 99.2% (Sodium Carbonate) is an alkaline inorganic chemical used extensively across Kenya as a detergent powder builder, glass manufacturing flux, swimming pool pH increaser, and water softening agent.

Soda Ash Light and Dense 99.2% (Sodium Carbonate) is an alkaline inorganic chemical used extensively across Kenya as a detergent powder builder, glass manufacturing flux, swimming pool pH increaser, and water softening agent.

Key Facts

  • Chemical Purity: Na2CO3 ≥ 99.2% min | Grades: Soda Ash Light & Soda Ash Dense
  • CAS Number: 497-19-8 | Form: White Odorless Crystalline Powder / Granules
  • Neutralizes hard water calcium & magnesium ions to boost detergent efficiency
  • Safely raises total alkalinity and pH in swimming pool water treatment
  • Supplied in 25kg, 50kg Bags & 1,000kg Jumbo Bags from Nairobi Warehouse

Primary Use Cases

Alkaline builder & water softener in commercial washing powders & detergent formulationsPrimary fluxing agent in commercial glass bottle & window sheet glass manufacturingpH increaser & total alkalinity restorer in swimming pool water maintenance
Soda Ash Dense / Light (Industrial Grade, Powder) in commercial industrial packaging

Soda Ash Dense / Light (Industrial Grade Powder) supplied by KIKI'S Industrial Chemicals for industrial processing, manufacturing, and commercial applications in Kenya and East Africa.

Alkalis

Soda Ash Light & Dense 99.2% for Detergents, Glass & Water pH Control

Product Code: KIC-ALK-002

Also known as: Soda Ash, Washing Soda, Soda Crystals, Soda Ash Dense / Light

Synonyms: Na2CO3, Disodium Carbonate

Mild alkaline powder used for water softening, glass manufacturing, detergent blending and gentle pH adjustment.

CAS Number
497-19-8
Formula
Na₂CO₃
IUPAC Name
Sodium Carbonate Anhydrous
Molecular Weight
105.99 g/mol
EC Number
207-838-8
UN Number
N/A
Chemical Family
Alkali Metal Carbonate
Grade
Industrial Grade
Purity
99% min
Physical Form
Powder

Available Packaging

25/ 50kg bag

Product Overview

Soda Ash (Sodium Carbonate, CAS 497-19-8) is a white, odorless, water-soluble inorganic alkaline salt available in Dense and Light powder forms.

In Kenya, Soda Ash is heavily utilized for glass manufacturing, detergent powder compounding, swimming pool pH elevation, water softening, and textile processing.

Bulk Soda Ash Light & Dense Supplier in Kenya

Kiki's Industrial Chemicals Ltd supplies high-purity Soda Ash Light and Soda Ash Dense in 50kg Woven PP Bags with prompt delivery across Kenya and regional export.

Technical Description

Sodium Carbonate acts as a medium-strength alkali buffer that precipitates calcium and magnesium hardness ions from water and boosts detergent alkalinity.

Complete Chemical Specifications

Commercial Specification
99% min [Method: Standard COA]
Physical Form
Powder [Method: Visual]
Chemical Formula
Na₂CO₃ [Method: XRD / NMR]
Molecular Weight
105.99 g/mol [Method: Calculated]

Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance
White crystalline powder
Odour
Odorless
pH
11.5 (1% solution)
Density
2.54 g/cm³
Boiling Point
1,600 °C
Melting Point
N/A
Solubility
215 g/L in water

Commercial Availability

Stock Status
inStock
Lead Time
Immediate stock
MOQ
25/ 50kg bag
Delivery Regions
Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania

Contact Kiki's sales team for COA batch verification, bulk pricing, or delivery schedules.

Suitable Applications

Target Industries

Safety & Chemical Handling Advisory

Safety Advisory

Eye Contact: Flush immediately with water for 15 mins. Skin: Wash with soap and water.

GHS:Eye Irritation Category 2A
Signal Word:WARNING
Transport:Non-Hazardous for transport
Packing Group:N/A

Hazard Statements

  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary Statements

  • P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
  • P280: Wear eye protection.

PPE Requirements

Safety GlassesDust Mask (P2)Work Gloves

COMMERCIAL & TECHNICAL GUIDANCE

Frequently Asked Questions — Soda Ash Light & Dense 99.2% for Detergents, Glass & Water pH Control

Technical, regulatory, and supply guidance for Soda Ash Light & Dense 99.2% for Detergents, Glass & Water pH Control.

Soda Ash 99.2% is used in Kenya as a builder in washing powder, a flux in glass manufacturing, a pool pH increaser, and a water softening chemical.

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