Sodium Metasilicate Pentahydrate & Anhydrous is an industrial-grade white crystalline powder / granules formulated for inorganic chemicals applications. KIKI'S Industrial Chemicals supplies commercial volumes from Nairobi to manufacturers and processing facilities across Kenya and the East African region.
Sodium Metasilicate Pentahydrate & Anhydrous is a commercial chemical supplied by KIKI'S Industrial Chemicals for industrial manufacturing in Kenya and East Africa.
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Primary Use Cases
Product Code: KIC-ALK-004
Also known as: Sodium Metasilicate, Metasilicate Pentahydrate, Waterglass Builder, Alkali Detergent Builder, Sodium Metasilicate Pentahydrate & Anhydrous
Synonyms: Disodium Metasilicate, Na2SiO3·5H2O, Sodium Silicate Dry Powder
Heavy-duty alkaline builder and corrosion inhibitor used in commercial laundry powders, CIP cleaners, and metal degreasing in Kenya.
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Sodium Metasilicate Pentahydrate is a strongly alkaline inorganic builder that provides high saponification power, particulate soil dispersion, and metal corrosion inhibition.
Synthesized by fusing silica sand with sodium carbonate. It dissolves rapidly in water to yield a highly alkaline buffering solution ideal for heavy-duty detergent cleaning.
Order online or contact sales for 25kg bag orders.
Commercial Sectors
Facility hygiene in commercial bakeries, beverage bottling lines, hospitals, and hospitality properties across Kenya is a critical defense line against microbial contamination and regulatory closure. KIKI'S supplies technical surfactants, descalers, and hospital-grade sanitizers that deliver verifiable hygiene standards.
Process Compatibility
Store in cool, dry conditions in original moisture-proof 25kg bags. Highly hygroscopic; protect from atmospheric moisture to prevent caking.
Corrosive alkaline solid. Wear dust mask, safety goggles, and heavy-duty nitrile gloves. Avoid inhalation of dust.
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Eye contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
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COMMERCIAL & TECHNICAL GUIDANCE
Technical, regulatory, and supply guidance for Sodium Metasilicate Pentahydrate & Anhydrous for Laundry & CIP Cleaning.
Sodium Metasilicate is used in Kenya as an alkaline builder in commercial laundry powders, an industrial CIP cleaner, a grease degreaser, and a metal corrosion inhibitor.
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