Industrial Salt (Sodium Chloride)
Industrial Salt, chemically known as Sodium Chloride (NaCl), is a white crystalline solid primarily used as a raw material in various industrial processes.
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Industrial Salt (Sodium Chloride) — Specifications, Uses & Availability
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About Industrial Salt (Sodium Chloride)
Industrial Salt, chemically known as Sodium Chloride (NaCl), is a white crystalline solid primarily used as a raw material in various industrial processes. At a typical purity exceeding 99%, this compound is essential in manufacturing and treatment applications requiring controlled salinity or ionic strength. Supplied in solid form, it is commonly packed in 50 kg bags suitable for manual handling or bulk shipment for large-scale users. Buyers should note that Industrial Salt is highly soluble in water and should be stored in cool, dry, and well-ventilated conditions to prevent caking and moisture absorption. The supplied grade meets the specifications suitable for applications including water softening, chemical synthesis, and brine production. Handling temperatures generally should be maintained below ambient to avoid moisture uptake, and it should be kept away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers to maintain product integrity and safety. Specific dosing rates depend on the application but often fall in the range of 0.1 to 5% by weight in aqueous systems.
Why Industrial Salt (Sodium Chloride) Matters
In water treatment processes, Industrial Salt facilitates ion exchange by regenerating resin beds that remove hardness ions such as calcium and magnesium. This restoration of resin capacity ensures efficient operation of boilers and cooling systems, preventing scale buildup and corrosion that can lead to costly downtime. In chemical manufacturing, Sodium Chloride acts as a feedstock for producing chlorine and caustic soda through electrolysis. Reliable supply of Industrial Salt in consistent quality and quantity is crucial to maintain steady production cycles and meet product specifications in downstream products.
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Industrial Salt (Sodium Chloride) is supplied by Finstar to industrial buyers across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Read our chemical safety guides for handling best practices.
Delivery Coverage Across Kenya’s Counties
Finstar is a leading supplier of industrial chemicals across Kenya’s counties. Industrial Salt (Sodium Chloride) is dispatched from our Nairobi Industrial Area warehouse to businesses nationwide — including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru counties — plus cross-border delivery to Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Towns we regularly supply include:
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