Sodium Chloride

Sodium Chloride (NaCl), commonly known as table salt, is an ionic compound composed of sodium (Na⁺) and chloride (Cl⁻) ions. It is readily soluble in water and is the most abundant mineral dissolved in seawater.

Chemical Formula: NaCl

Appearance: A white, crystalline solid.

Uses:

• Food preservative: Historically used as a food preservative to prevent spoilage and enhance flavor.

• Cosmetics and personal care Industry: In some cases, used in low concentrations in bath salts, toothpaste, and other products.

• Water softening: It is used in ion exchange processes for water softening to remove hardness-causing minerals.

• Road deicing: Used in some regions to melt ice and snow on roads during winter weather conditions.

• Laboratory Research: Main component in some research processes and laboratory solutions.

• Food Industry: It is sourced as food preservatives to prevent bacteria build-up and also enhance flavor.