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Sodium Metasilicate (Anhydrous)

Product Overview:

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

Uses advised against:
Do not use for squirting or spraying
Do not use for products which come into direct contact with the skin

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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 Metabisulfite (Anhydrous, Pentahydrate)

Product Overview:

Identification of the substance: disodium disulphite

CAS #: 7681-57-4

Sodium metabisulfite, available in anhydrous and pentahydrate forms, is a reducing agent used across water treatment, food, and leather and textile applications. It is commonly employed for dechlorination in industrial water treatment, neutralizing residual chlorine in process and wastewater streams. Additionally, it serves as a preservative and antioxidant in food and beverage processing, notably in winemaking where it controls oxidation and microbial spoilage during fermentation and aging. Sodium metabisulfite is also utilized in leather and textile bleaching operations to remove unwanted color and prepare materials for dyeing. Furthermore, it finds applications as a biocide additive in upstream oilfield water systems to control bacterial growth.

Relevant identified uses: Fertilizer

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Technical Information:

Appearance
White crystalline powder

Assay
99.0 – 102.0 %

Arsenic
≤ 2 ppm

Lead
≤ 2 ppm

Heavy metals
≤ 10 ppm

Chlorides
≤ 0.02 %

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Sodium Hydroxide 99% (Prills, Beads, Flakes)

Product Overview:

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

Uses advised against:
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contact with the skin

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Technical Information:

NaOH
≥ 99 %

Na2CO3
≤ 0.7 %

NaCl
≤ 0.1 %

Fe2O3
≤ 0.008 %

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Sodium Citrate (trisodium citrate dihydrate)

Product Overview:

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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Potassium Permanganate

Product Overview:

CAS #: 7722-64-7

Potassium permanganate is a powerful oxidizer used extensively across municipal, industrial, and leather and textile applications. It is commonly employed in municipal and industrial water treatment for iron and manganese removal, taste and odor control, and disinfection of drinking water supplies. Additionally, it serves as an oxidizing agent for hydrogen sulfide removal and general water quality improvement in well water treatment systems. Potassium permanganate is also utilized in leather and textile processing for bleaching, acid-wash denim finishing, and controlled color fading effects. Furthermore, it finds applications in general industrial water treatment programs requiring a strong, versatile oxidizer.

Relevant identified uses:
Oxidizing agent
Laboratory chemical
Bleaching agent
Water treatment chemical
Chemicals for synthesis

Uses advised against: Do not use for products which come into direct contact with the skin

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Technical Information:

Appearance
Dark Purple Crystalline

Potassium Permanganate (as KMnO₄)
≥ 97.5 %

Moisture
≤ 0.50 %

Chloride (as Cl)
≤ 0.10 %

Sulfate (as SO₄)
≤ 0.20 %

Nitrate (as NO₃)
≤ 0.20 %

Insoluble Matter
≤ 1.70 %

Water Tolerance Test / Pour Test
4.0 – 7.0

Bulk Density at 72^oF
90 – 100 lb/ft³

Particle Size Distribution

Retained on US Standard Sieve #40
≤ 20 %

Passing through US Standard Sieve #200
≤ 7 %

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Potassium Hydroxide 90% Flakes (Caustic Potash)

Product Overview:

CAS #: 1310-58-3

Caustic potash, supplied as 90% potassium hydroxide flakes, is a strong alkaline compound used across fertilizer, chemical manufacturing, metal finishing, and water treatment applications. It is commonly employed in the manufacture of liquid fertilizers, providing a soluble potassium source for fertigation and specialty crop nutrition programs. Additionally, it serves as a key raw material in soap and biodiesel production, where it catalyzes saponification and transesterification reactions. Caustic potash is also utilized as an alkaline electrolyte in battery manufacturing and as a cleaning and etching agent in metal finishing operations. Furthermore, it finds applications in industrial water treatment for pH adjustment and neutralization.

Relevant identified uses: Fertilizer

Uses advised against:
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Technical Information:

Appearance
White Flakey

Assay
≥ 90.0 %

Carbonate (as K₂CO₃)
≤ 0.5 %

Chlorides (as Cl)
≤ 0.005 %

Sulfates (as SO₄)
≤ 0.005 %

Phosphate (as PO₄)
≤ 0.005 %

Nitrate (as N)
≤ 0.0005 %

Silicate (as SiO₃)
≤ 0.01 %

Iron (Fe)
≤ 0.0005 %

Sodium (Na)
≤ 0.5 %

Aluminum (Al)
≤ 0.002 %

Calcium (Ca)
≤ 0.005 %

Nickel (Ni)
≤ 0.0005 %

Heavy Metal (as Pb)
≤ 0.002 %

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Potassium Acetate Powder

Product Overview:

CAS #: 127-08-2

Potassium acetate powder is a versatile salt used across fire protection, municipal, food, and vehicle deicing applications. It is commonly employed as a low-corrosion deicing agent for roads, runways, and aircraft in cold climates, offering an alternative to chloride-based deicers that reduces damage to vehicles and infrastructure. Additionally, it serves as a component in fire suppression agents, particularly wet chemical extinguishing systems used for kitchen and commercial cooking fires. Potassium acetate is also utilized as a food preservative and acidity regulator in processed food products. Furthermore, it finds applications as an additive in oilfield drilling fluids requiring a soluble potassium salt.

Relevant identified uses:
Chemicals for various applications

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Technical Information:

Assay
99 – 100.5 %

pH
7.5-8.5

Cl
≤ 500 ppm

Pb
≤ 10 ppm

Fe
≤ 10 ppm

K
> 39 %

SO4
≤ 100 ppm

As
≤ 4 ppm

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Monosodium Phosphate (MSP) Anhydrous

Product Overview:

Identification of Substance: sodium dihydrogenorthophosphate

CAS #: 7558-80-7

Monosodium phosphate (MSP) is a soluble sodium phosphate compound used across food, water treatment, and fertilizer applications. It is commonly employed as a pH buffering and sequestering agent in food and beverage processing, stabilizing acidity and preventing off-flavors in processed products. Additionally, it serves as a boiler water treatment additive, helping control scale formation and maintain proper alkalinity in industrial steam systems. MSP is also utilized in fertilizer formulations requiring a soluble, acidic phosphate source. Furthermore, it finds applications in general chemical manufacturing processes requiring a food-grade phosphate salt.

Relevant identified uses:
Chemicals for various applications

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Technical Information:

Purity
≥ 98.0 %

P₂O₅
≥ 58.0 %

pH (1% water solution)
4.2 – 4.6 %

Water insoluble
≤ 0.1 %

Heavy metal, Pb
≤ 0.001 %

Arsenic
≤ 0.0003 %

Sieve test through 60 µm
≥ 90 %

Loss on drying
≤ 2.0 %

Flouride
≤ 10 ppm

Lead, as Pb
≤ 10 ppm

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Monoethanolamine (MEA) 99%

Product Overview:

CAS # 141-43-5

Monoethanolamine (MEA) at 99% purity is a widely used alkanolamine found across upstream, midstream, downstream, and construction applications. It is commonly employed in gas sweetening processes to remove carbon dioxide and hydrogen sulfide from natural gas and refinery streams, protecting downstream equipment from corrosion and meeting pipeline specifications. Additionally, it serves as a surfactant and cosmetic intermediate used in cleaning product and personal care manufacturing. MEA is also utilized as a corrosion inhibitor in process fluid formulations and as a grinding aid additive in cement and construction material manufacturing. Furthermore, it finds applications in general chemical manufacturing processes requiring a versatile alkanolamine.

Relevant identified uses:
Manufacture of computer, electronic and optical
products, electrical equipment
Electricity, steam, gas, water supply and sewage treatment
Polymer preparations and compounds
Washing and cleaning product
Textile auxiliary agents
Absorbent
Metal surface treatment
Chemical intermediate

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Physical Form
Transparent liquid

Purity MEA
≥ 99.4 %

Purity DEA
≤ 0.35 %

Moisture
≤ 0.1 %

Color (Pt-Co)
≤ 15.0 APHA

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Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP)

Product Overview:

Identification of Substance: ammonium dihydrogenorthophosphate

CAS #: 7722-76-1

Monoammonium phosphate (MAP) is one of the most widely used starter fertilizers in modern agriculture. It is commonly employed to supply nitrogen and phosphorus at the time of planting, supporting rapid root establishment and early crop growth. Additionally, it serves as the primary active ingredient in ABC dry chemical fire extinguisher powder, where it forms a barrier that smothers and interrupts combustion when heated. MAP is also utilized as a food additive for leavening and pH buffering in baked goods. Furthermore, it finds applications in specialty blended fertilizer manufacturing requiring a high-analysis, water-soluble phosphate source.

Relevant identified uses: Additional component

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Technical Information:

Purity
99.0 %, min

Appearance
white crystalline

Total Nitrogen [N]
12.00 %, min

Phosphorous [P]
26.64 %, min

Phosphorous Pentoxide [P2O5]
61.00 %, min

Moisture
0.20 %, max