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Zirconium Sulfate

Product Overview:

CAS #: 14644-61-2

Zirconium sulfate is a specialty inorganic compound used across leather, ceramics, and specialty chemical manufacturing applications. It is commonly employed as a retanning agent in leather processing, improving firmness, fullness, and overall hide quality in the final leather product. Additionally, it serves as a catalyst and raw material in ceramics manufacturing, contributing to specialized glaze and coating formulations. Zirconium sulfate is also utilized as a functional additive in paper sizing applications, improving water resistance and surface properties. Furthermore, it finds applications in antiperspirant formulations, where zirconium compounds help reduce moisture.

Relevant identified uses: Industrial use

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Do not use for products which come into direct contact with the skin
Do not use for private purposes (household)

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Appearance
White crystalline powder

Chloride
≤ 50 ppm

Sulfate
≤ 100 ppm

Oxalate
≤ 100 ppm

Iron
≤ 5 ppm

Heavy Metal
≤ 5 ppm

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Zinc Chloride

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CAS #: 7646-85-7

Zinc chloride is a versatile zinc compound used across wood treatment, metal finishing, textile, and upstream oilfield applications. It is commonly employed in wood preservative treatments, providing both insecticidal protection and fire retardant properties that reduce flammability in treated lumber. Additionally, it serves as a soldering flux and galvanizing agent in metal finishing, cleaning metal surfaces and promoting proper bonding during welding and coating processes. Zinc chloride is also utilized in textile dyeing and finishing processes as a mordant that improves dye fixation. Furthermore, it finds applications as an additive in oil and gas well completion fluids to control brine density.

Relevant identified uses: Chemicals for various applications

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Content (calculate in ZnCl₂)
≥ 98.0 %

Chloride Oxidation (calculate in ZnO)
1.8 – 2.2 %

Sulfate (SO₄)
≤ 0.01 %

Barium (Ba)
≤ 0.01 %

Iron (Fe)
≤ 0.005 %

Lead (Pb)
≤ 0.005 %

Insolubles (HCl)
≤ 0.01 %

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Tricalcium Phosphate (TCP)

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Identification of Substance: tricalcium bis(orthophosphate)

CAS #: 7758-87-4

Tricalcium phosphate (TCP) is a naturally occurring calcium phosphate compound used across animal feed, fertilizer, and food applications. It is commonly employed as a calcium and phosphorus supplement in animal feed formulations, supporting skeletal development and metabolic health in livestock and poultry. Additionally, it serves as a raw material in fertilizer manufacturing, providing a slow-release phosphate source for crop nutrition. Tricalcium phosphate is also utilized as a food-grade anticaking agent in powdered food products, preventing clumping and maintaining flow properties. Furthermore, it finds applications in toothpaste formulations as a mild abrasive and calcium source.

Relevant identified uses: General use

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Appearance
White powder

Assay (in Ca)
34.0 – 40.0 %

P₂O₅
38.5 – 48.0 %

Loss on Ignition
≤ 8.0 %

Fluoride (F)
≤ 30 ppm

Lead (Pb)
≤ 1 ppm

Arsenic (As)
≤ 1 ppm

Heavy Metal
≤ 10 ppm

Aluminum (Al)
≤ 80 ppm

Cadmium (Cd)
≤ 1 ppm

Mercury (Hg)
≤ 1 %

Total Numbers of Colony
≤ 1,000 cfu/g

Yeast & mold
≤ 100 Cfu/g

Escherichia Coli
Negative

Size (less than 325 mesh)
≥ 95 %

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Tetrakis Hydroxymethyl Phosphonium Sulphate (THPS) 75%

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THPS (tetrakis hydroxymethyl phosphonium sulphate) is a broad-spectrum biocide used extensively across upstream and midstream oilfield and industrial water treatment applications. It is commonly employed to control bacterial growth in drilling and production fluids, preventing biofouling, corrosion, and reservoir souring caused by sulfate-reducing bacteria. Additionally, it serves as a biocide in industrial water treatment systems, including cooling towers and pulp mill process water, where consistent microbiological control is essential. THPS is also utilized in fracturing fluid formulations requiring an effective, readily biodegradable biocide. Furthermore, it finds applications in general oilfield chemical treatment programs requiring rapid bacterial kill.

Relevant identified uses: Industrial use

Uses advised against: Do not use for private purposes (household)

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Appearance
Clear colorless to straw colored liquid

THPS Assay
75 – 77 %

Phosphorus (P)
11.4 – 11.8 %

Specific Gravity (25^oC)
1.37 – 1.40

Viscosity
≤ 50 cps

Chroma
≤ 100 APHA

Iron (Fe)
≤ 0.0015 %

pH
3.0 – 5.0 %

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Sulfamic Acid

Sulfamic Acid

Product Overview:

Identification of Substance: sulfamic acid

CAS #: 5329-14-6

Sulfamic acid is a solid, water-soluble strong acid used primarily as an active ingredient in washing and cleaning products, valued for its stability and ease of handling compared to liquid mineral acids. Additionally, it serves as a descaling agent that removes mineral scale from boilers, cooling towers, and industrial water systems. Sulfamic acid is also utilized as a cleaning agent in electroplating and metal finishing operations, removing oxide films and preparing surfaces for plating. Furthermore, it finds applications as a general raw material across chemical manufacturing processes.

Relevant identified uses:
Chemicals for various applications
Washing and cleaning product

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Purity
99.80 wt. %, min.

Appearance
white crystals

Sulfate [(SO₄)^2-]
150 ppm, max.

Chloride [Cl^–]
4.0 ppm, max.

Iron [Fe]
5.0 ppm, max.

Heavy Metals [Pb]
2.0 ppm, max.

Moisture (H₂O)
0.04 wt. %, min.

Residue on Ignition (ROI)
0.01 wt. %, min.

Water soluble matter
0.01 wt. %, min.

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Sodium Metasilicate (Pentahydrate)

Product Overview:

CAS #: 10213-79-3

Sodium metasilicate pentahydrate is a hydrated alkaline silicate compound used across cleaning, construction, water treatment, and textile applications. It is commonly employed in detergent and cleaning formulations, providing grease-cutting and soil-suspension performance in industrial and institutional cleaning products. Additionally, it serves as a corrosion inhibitor in industrial water treatment systems, helping protect metal equipment from oxidative damage. Sodium metasilicate pentahydrate is also utilized as a bonding agent in construction materials requiring an alkaline silicate binder. Furthermore, it finds applications in textile processing operations such as scouring and desizing prior to dyeing.

Relevant identified uses:
Chemicals for various applications
For the production of: Fire retarding agent, Cosmetics, Laundry detergent, Building material, Ceramics, Binder

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Na₂O
28.70 – 30.00 %

SiO₂
27.80 – 29.20 %

Fe
≤ 100 ppm

Water-insoluble
≤ 0.05 %

Bulk Density
0.80 – 0.97 g/cm³

Particle Size (16-30 mesh)
≥ 90 %

Whiteness
≥ 80 %

pH (1% solution)
12 – 13

Melting Point
72.2 ^oC

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Sodium Metasilicate (Anhydrous)

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Identification of Substance: Silicic acid (H₂SiO₃), sodium salt (1:2)

Trade name:
Sodium Metasilicate Anhydrous – Granular
Sodium Metasilicate Anhydrous – Powder

CAS #: 6834-92-0

Anhydrous sodium metasilicate is a strong alkaline silicate compound used across cleaning, construction, water treatment, and textile applications. It is commonly employed in detergent and industrial cleaning formulations, where it provides strong grease-cutting power and helps suspend soil particles during washing. Additionally, it serves as a corrosion inhibitor in industrial water treatment systems, forming a protective film on metal surfaces to reduce oxidation. Sodium metasilicate is also utilized as a bonding and dispersing agent in construction materials, improving adhesion and workability. Furthermore, it finds applications in textile finishing as a processing aid that assists in scouring and desizing operations.

Relevant identified uses: Chemicals for various applications

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Technical Information:

Na₂O
50.0 – 52.0 %

SiO₂
≥ 45.0 %

Fe
≤ 200 ppm

Cl
≤ 100 ppm

Water-insoluble
≤ 0.25 %

Bulk Density
1.05-1.35 g/cm³

Particle Size (18-60 mesh)
≥ 93.0 %

Whiteness
≥ 85.0 %

pH (1% solution)
12 – 13

Appearance
White, uniform, beads

Above information is based on the “Sodium Metasilicate Anhydrous” TDS

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Sodium Hydroxide 99% (Prills, Beads, Flakes)

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CAS #: 1310-73-2

Sodium hydroxide, commonly known as caustic soda, is one of the most widely used industrial alkalis, available in prill, bead, and flake forms. It is commonly employed in pulp and paper processing to break down lignin and separate cellulose fibers during manufacturing. Additionally, it serves as a key raw material in soap and detergent manufacturing, where it drives the saponification reaction that produces soap from fats and oils. Sodium hydroxide is also utilized for pH adjustment in industrial water treatment, food processing applications such as lye treatment, metal cleaning, and textile mercerizing to improve fiber strength and dye uptake. Furthermore, it finds applications in general chemical manufacturing processes requiring a strong base.

Relevant identified uses:
Chemicals for various applications
Intermediate
Neutralisation agent
Laboratory chemical

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NaOH
≥ 99 %

Na2CO3
≤ 0.7 %

NaCl
≤ 0.1 %

Fe2O3
≤ 0.008 %

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Sodium Gluconate

Product Overview:

CAS #: 527-07-1

Sodium gluconate is a biodegradable chelating agent and admixture used across construction, metal finishing, and food applications. It is commonly employed as a set retarder and water reducer in concrete admixtures, improving workability and extending working time without compromising final strength. Additionally, it serves as a chelating agent in metal surface cleaning and treatment, effectively removing scale and passivating metal surfaces without the corrosivity of stronger acids. Sodium gluconate is also utilized as a food additive and stabilizer, as well as a processing aid in textile finishing operations. Furthermore, it finds applications in general chemical manufacturing processes requiring a mild, biodegradable chelating agent.

Relevant identified uses: Chemicals for various applications

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Appearance
White crystalline powder

Assay
99.0 – 102.0 %

Arsenic
≤ 2 ppm

Lead
≤ 2 ppm

Heavy metals
≤ 10 ppm

Chlorides
≤ 0.02 %

Sulfates
≤ 0.02 %

Reducing substances
≤ 0.7 %

Loss on drying
≤ 0.5 %

pH
6.5 to 8.5

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Sodium Citrate (trisodium citrate dihydrate)

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Identification of Substance: trisodium citrate dihydrate

CAS #: 6132-04-3

Sodium citrate, also known as trisodium citrate dihydrate, is a versatile chelating and buffering agent used as a formulation additive and intermediate across a wide range of industrial applications. It is commonly employed in detergent and cleaning additive formulations, where it helps sequester metal ions and improve cleaning performance. Additionally, it serves as a water treatment chemical and metal surface treatment agent, controlling scale and passivating metal surfaces in industrial systems. Sodium citrate is also utilized in construction chemicals, paints and coatings, and polymer and plastics manufacturing as a functional processing additive. Furthermore, it finds applications in agricultural chemicals, textile auxiliary processes, oil and gas industry formulations, and personal care product manufacturing.

Relevant identified uses: Intermediate, Formulation additive, Detergents, Cleaning additive, Agricultural chemicals, Personal care product, Paper industry, Construction chemicals, Polymers, Plastics, Oil and gas industry, Textile auxiliary, Paints and coatings, Photo-chemicals, Laboratory chemical, Water treatment chemical, Metal surface treatment, Medical device manufacturing

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Technical Information:

Appearance
White crystalline powder

Chloride
≤ 50 ppm

Sulfate
≤ 100 ppm

Oxalate
≤ 100 ppm

Iron
≤ 5 ppm

Heavy Metal
≤ 5 ppm

Lead
≤ 1 ppm

Arsenic
≤ 1 ppm

Mecury
≤ 1 ppm

Assay
99.0 – 100.5 %

Water
11.0 – 13.0 %

Solubility
Very soluble in boiling water, insoluble in alochol

Acidity of alkalinity
≤ 0.2 ml

pH
7.5 – 9.0

Mesh Size
12 – 100 mesh

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