Dense Soda Ash — Sodium Carbonate ($Na_2CO_3$)

Formula: $Na_2CO_3$ | Dense Sodium Carbonate | Purity $\geq 99.2\%$ | Supplier: MizanPetroGas

Product Introduction

Dense Soda Ash (Anhydrous Sodium Carbonate) with the chemical formula $Na_2CO_3$ is the high-density, granular form of sodium carbonate supplied as a white, odorless powder with coarse and uniform granulometry. With a molecular weight of 105.99 g/mol and a melting point of 851°C, it stands as one of the most chemically stable and widely consumed basic alkaline salts in global chemical processing.

Historically extracted from the ashes of sodium-rich halophyte plants, modern industrial soda ash is predominantly synthesized via the Solvay Process — utilizing limestone ($CaCO_3$), sodium chloride ($NaCl$), and ammonia ($NH_3$) — or directly mined and refined from natural Trona ore deposits.

The primary differentiation between dense and light soda ash lies in bulk density and particle size distribution. Dense soda ash features a bulk density of 1.0–1.2 g/cm³ with coarser particles, significantly reducing airborne dust generation and ensuring superior free-flowing rheological behavior — making it the unrivaled feedstock for industrial furnaces, particularly in the glass manufacturing industry.

MizanPetroGas Company supplies Dense Soda Ash with a guaranteed minimum purity of $\geq 99.2\%$, packaged in standard industrial bags, 1-ton jumbo bags (FIBCs), and palletized formats for both domestic distribution and global export markets.

Applications and Target Industries

Ranked among the top 10 most consumed basic inorganic chemicals worldwide, dense soda ash serves as a foundational pillar for diverse manufacturing sectors, with over 50% of global output dedicated to glass production:

Safety and Storage Conditions

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Safety goggles, particulate dust respirators (P2/N95), chemical-resistant gloves, and standard industrial protective clothing are recommended during material transfer.
• Incompatibilities: Store strictly isolated from strong acids, active metals (aluminum, zinc, tin), and ammonium compounds — reaction with acids generates $CO_2$ gas and pressure buildup in enclosed systems.
• Storage Environment: Store in a covered, dry, and cool warehouse with adequate ventilation. The compound is hygroscopic and forms hard cakes if exposed to ambient atmospheric moisture.
• Pallet Stacking: Maximum stacking height of 8 tiers on standard pallets to prevent bag rupture, compression caking, and contamination.
• Logistics & Transport: Dispatch via covered, weather-proof trucks and sea containers. Handle pallets via forklift in compliance with non-hazardous chemical handling protocols.
• First Aid Measures: Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with copious amounts of water for $\geq 15$ minutes; seek medical care if irritation persists. Inhalation: Move personnel to fresh air.