Sodium Borate

Sodium Borate

Sodium borate refers to a family of salts containing sodium cations and borate anions. The most common form is sodium tetraborate decahydrate, also known as borax.

Chemical Formula: (K₂CO₃)

CAS Number: 1303-96-4

Grade: ACS

Appearance:  A white crystalline solid.

Uses:

• Laundry Booster: A common ingredient in laundry detergents and boosters, helping to soften hard water and remove stains.

• Cleaning Agent: Used in homemade cleaning solutions for various surfaces.

• Flux in Soldering and Brazing: Acts as a flux to remove oxides and improve the flow of molten metal during soldering and brazing processes.

Industry and Common Applications:

• Glass and ceramic Industry: Borax is also used as a component in borosilicate glass, which has high thermal resistance and chemical durability.

• Textile and Leather Industry: It helps protect against the spread of fire and enhances the safety of textile and leather goods.

• Analytical Chemistry: It serves as a reference material for calibration, quality control, and validation procedures in qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses.

• Water treatment: Acts as a corrosion inhibitor in water treatment processes to protect metal pipes and equipment.