Sodium Bicarbonate, commonly known as baking soda, is a white, crystalline powder with a slightly alkaline taste. It is a versatile and widely used chemical compound with a variety of applications in both the household and various industries.
IUPAC Name: Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate
Common Name:
Baking Soda
Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate
Sodium Bicarb
Appearance: Sodium Bicarbonate appears as a white, fine, crystalline powder.
Chemical Formula: NaHCO3
Molecular Weight: 84.01 g/mol.
Applications:
Baking and Culinary Uses: Sodium Bicarbonate is widely used as a leavening agent in baking. It releases carbon dioxide when mixed with acid ingredients, causing dough or batter to rise and become light and fluffy.
Antacid: It is used as an antacid to relieve heartburn, indigestion, and upset stomach by neutralizing excess stomach acid.
Cleaning and Deodorizing: Sodium Bicarbonate is used as a household cleaner and deodorizer. It can remove stains, neutralize odors, and act as a gentle abrasive for cleaning various surfaces.
Personal Care: In personal care products, it is used in toothpaste and oral care products as a mild abrasive and teeth whitener. It's also used in bath products for its skin-soothing properties.
Fire Extinguishers: Sodium Bicarbonate is used as an extinguishing agent in some fire extinguishers, particularly those designed for grease fires.
Medical Applications: It is used in medical applications as an intravenous medication to correct acid-base imbalances and treat certain medical conditions.
Pharmaceuticals: Sodium Bicarbonate is used as an excipient in the pharmaceutical industry for various medications.
Agriculture: In agriculture, Sodium Bicarbonate can be used to adjust the pH of soil or water in certain applications.
Wastewater Treatment: It is used in wastewater treatment to neutralize and remove acidity.
Packing Size: 50 KG
Packing Type: HDPE Bag