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Sodium Bicarbonate (Industrial Grade)

Sodium bicarbonate is a white crystalline powder used widely as a pH buffer, cleaning agent, and mild alkali in various industrial processes. Available for shipment within Kenya.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number144-55-8
Chemical FormulaNaHCO₃
AppearanceWhite crystalline powder
Packaging25 kg bags and bulk supply available
StorageStore in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from moisture

Sodium Bicarbonate (Industrial Grade) — Specifications, Uses & Availability

Product Overview

Product NameSodium Bicarbonate (Industrial Grade)
CategoryPaints and Coating
AvailabilityIn Stock — Ready for Dispatch

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About Sodium Bicarbonate (Industrial Grade)

Sodium bicarbonate, an industrial-grade white powder, serves as a versatile chemical intermediate with broad use in industries. It acts primarily as a buffering agent, adjusting pH levels in many manufacturing processes. It is also used for gentle cleaning applications due to its mild alkaline properties. In industrial water treatment, sodium bicarbonate helps maintain balanced pH, preventing corrosion in piping systems. It is a common additive in food processing for leavening, acidity regulation, and odor control. Additionally, it finds uses in pharmaceuticals for antacid formulations and in chemical manufacturing as an essential reagent. Handling requires avoiding exposure to moisture and storage in cool, dry places to retain efficacy. Packaging in 25 kg bags suits typical batching operations, while bulk deliveries can be arranged for large-scale industrial use. Finstar Chemicals offers reliable sourcing and distribution networks primarily across Kenya, facilitating efficient procurement and logistics. Buyers benefit from powder with consistent particle size and chemical composition aligned with industrial standards. Safety documentation and quality certificates are available upon request to support compliance. Flexible order quantities accommodate various production scales, assisting operational continuity. Processes that misuse sodium bicarbonate or apply lower grades risk impaired reaction consistency or contamination. Select industrial grade material to ensure predictable impurities and optimal performance in manufacturing workflows.

External references: PubChem · Wikipedia

Applications

pH Regulation in Water TreatmentUsed to neutralize acidic water and maintain pH stability in boiler and cooling water systems.
Food Processing AdditiveFunctions as a leavening agent and acidity regulator in baking and food manufacturing.
Pharmaceutical IngredientEmployed as an antacid in medicinal preparations and as a buffering agent.
Cleaning AgentApplied as a mild abrasive and deodorizer in industrial and household cleaning formulations.
Chemical Manufacturing ReagentUsed in the production of sodium carbonate and other chemicals requiring bicarbonate intermediates.

Benefits

pH Stability Through Buffering CapacityIts ability to maintain near-neutral pH improves process stability in water and industrial baths, reducing corrosion risk.
Low Abrasiveness Enables Safe CleaningGentle alkaline action avoids damage to sensitive surfaces while effectively removing contaminants.
Consistent Powder Quality Ensures Process ReliabilityUniform particle size and chemical composition allow precise dosing, critical for batch control in food and pharmaceutical production.
Moisture Resistance in PackagingPackaged in moisture-proof bags to prevent caking and preserve flowability during storage and handling.
Versatile Solubility Facilitates Broad ApplicationDissolves readily in water enabling diverse uses from liquid formulations to reactive suspensions.

Features

Industrial Grade PurityFormulated to meet stringent industrial standards for chemical performance and minimal impurities.
Available in 25 kg Bags and BulkPacking options cater to both small industrial users and large-scale processing plants.
Batch Quality Certificates ProvidedStandard documentation ensures traceability and quality assurance for regulatory compliance.
Stable Shelf Life Under Proper StorageMaintains chemical stability when stored in dry, ventilated environments as recommended.
Non-Toxic and Environmentally FriendlyRecognized for low toxicity facilitating safe handling and disposal in industrial settings.

Industries Served

Water TreatmentControls pH and mitigates acidity to protect equipment and improve water quality.
Food and BeverageUsed in baking, beverage pH adjustment, and production processes requiring acidity control.
PharmaceuticalsServes as an ingredient in antacids and excipients in tablet manufacturing.
Cleaning ProductsIncorporated in formulations for mild abrasive and odor neutralizing actions.
Chemical ManufacturingActs as a reagent or intermediate in producing other sodium-based chemicals and compounds.

Sodium Bicarbonate (Industrial Grade) 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. Sodium Bicarbonate (Industrial Grade) 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:

NairobiMombasaKisumuNakuruEldoretThikaRuiruKiambuMachakosNaivashaNyeriMeruKerichoKakamegaKitaleMalindiNanyukiAthi RiverVoiKilifi

Delivering to a different town or county? Request a quote and our logistics team will confirm delivery timelines to your location.

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