Sodium Carbonate Mono

Sodium Carbonate Monohydrate, also known as crystal carbonate or washing soda, It is a hydrate form of sodium carbonate, meaning it contains one water molecule per molecule of sodium carbonate.

Chemical Formula: Na₂CO₃·H₂O

Appearance: A white, crystalline solid.

Uses:

• Cleaning agent: It is a common ingredient in homemade cleaning solutions due to its ability to cut grease, soften water, and neutralize mild acidity.

• Food Industry: It is used in small amounts for specific food preparation processes, such as soaking legumes or preparing certain types of dumplings.

• Chemical manufacturing: Similar to the anhydrous form, it can be used as a starting material for chemicals.

• Additional Applications: It is used in some textile dyeing and finishing processes. It is a component used in some pulp and paper bleaching processes.