Sodium Carbonate Production Process Methods

SODA ASH (Sodium Carbonate) TECHNICAL DATA
Product Code: NA-CA-01  
CAS No.: 497-19-8  
Molecular Formula: Na₂CO₃  

1. Key Specifications 
   - Purity: 99.2% min (Anhydrous Basis)  
   - Bulk Density:  
     - Light Grade: 500-600 kg/m³  
     - Dense Grade: 1000-1100 kg/m³  
   - Loss on Ignition: ≤0.8% (800°C)  
   - Water Insolubles: ≤0.05%  
   - Chlorides (as NaCl): ≤0.5%  
   - Iron (Fe): ≤30 ppm  

2. Physical Properties 
   - Appearance: White Free-Flowing Powder  
   - Solubility: 22 g/100ml Water (20°C)  
   - pH (1% Solution): 11.4 ± 0.2  

3. Packaging 
   - 25 kg Woven PP Bags with PE Liner  
   - 1000 kg FIBCs (Food-Grade Laminated)  
   - Custom Bulk Vessel Loading  

4. Storage & Handling 
   - Store in Dry Conditions (<50% RH)  
   - Avoid Contact with Acids or Moisture  

5. Safety Compliance
   - GHS Classification: Skin Irritant (Category 2), Eye Damage (Category 1)  
   - NFPA Rating: Health 1, Flammability 0, Reactivity 1  

 6. Certifications 
   - ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management)  
   - REACH Registered (EU)  
   - FCC Grade Available (Food Contact)