Soda Ash & Sodium Carbonate Supplier in UAE
Hazchem Chemicals LLC supplies Soda Ash (Sodium Carbonate / Na₂CO₃) in Light and Dense grades for industrial and commercial applications across the UAE and GCC. Our Soda Ash is supplied at 99% minimum purity for water treatment, glass manufacturing, detergent production, chemical synthesis, and textile processing. Bulk and packaged supply is available based on grade, quantity, and delivery requirements.
Product Summary
- Chemical: Sodium Carbonate (Na₂CO₃)
- Purity: 99% minimum
- CAS No: 497-19-8
- UN No: 3262 (Class 8)
- Grades: Light · Dense
- Stock: ● In Stock
Soda Ash (Sodium Carbonate, Na₂CO₃, CAS 497-19-8) is an industrial grade white alkali chemical used in water treatment, glass manufacturing, detergent production, textile processing, and chemical synthesis. Hazchem Chemicals LLC is a trusted soda ash supplier in Dubai and across the UAE, stocking both Light and Dense Soda Ash at 99% minimum purity, with bulk delivery across UAE and the GCC.
What is Soda Ash?
Soda Ash is the common industrial name for Sodium Carbonate (Na₂CO₃), a white, water-soluble alkaline chemical used across a wide range of manufacturing and industrial processes. It is available commercially in two common forms: Soda Ash Light and Soda Ash Dense.
Soda Ash is widely used in glass manufacturing, water treatment, detergent production, textile processing, and chemical synthesis. The appropriate grade depends on the application, handling requirements, and process conditions.
Hazchem Chemicals LLC supplies industrial grade Soda Ash with a minimum purity of 99% Na₂CO₃, with Light and Dense grades available for bulk and packaged supply across the UAE and GCC.
Soda Ash Light & Dense Supplier in Dubai, UAE
Hazchem Chemicals LLC supplies Soda Ash Light and Soda Ash Dense to customers across Dubai and the UAE, including Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and Umm Al Quwain.
We supply industrial grade Soda Ash (Sodium Carbonate) for glass manufacturing, detergent production, water treatment, textile processing, chemical manufacturing, and other industrial applications.
Bulk and packaged supply is available for customers across the UAE, with GCC supply to Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait.
Light Soda Ash vs. Dense Soda Ash: What's the Difference?
Both grades are chemically identical (Na₂CO₃, 99% purity). The choice depends on your process requirements:
As one of the established dense soda ash suppliers in UAE, Hazchem Chemicals LLC keeps Dense Soda Ash (~1000 kg/m³, low-dusting coarse granules) in ready stock for glass manufacturers and metallurgical buyers who need controlled, low-dust dissolution. Request dense grade pricing.
Soda Ash vs. Sodium Bicarbonate
For industrial users in UAE choosing between sodium-based alkalis, understanding the differences in concentration and application is key:
| Feature | Soda Ash (Na₂CO₃) | Sodium Bicarbonate (NaHCO₃) |
|---|---|---|
| Alkalinity | Strongly alkaline (pH ~11.5) | Mildly alkaline (pH ~8.3) |
| UAE Storage | Stable in sealed, dry conditions | Stable but moisture-sensitive |
| Primary Use | Glass, water treatment, detergents | Food, pharma, mild pH control |
| Form | Powder or granules (Light / Dense) | Fine white powder |
Industrial Applications of Soda Ash
Soda Ash (Sodium Carbonate) is widely used across industrial processes, including chemical synthesis, water treatment, glass manufacturing, detergent production, and textile processing.
Industries Served
Water Treatment Glass Manufacturing Detergent Production Textile Processing Chemical Synthesis Chemical Manufacturing Pulp & Paper Food Processing Municipal Utilities Construction Materials Metallurgy Oil & Gas PharmaceuticalsTechnical Specifications
Soda Ash (Sodium Carbonate)
| Chemical Name | Sodium Carbonate (Soda Ash) |
| Chemical Formula | Na₂CO₃ |
| CAS Number | 497-19-8 |
| UN Number | 3262 (Class 8) |
| Molecular Weight | 105.99 g/mol |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder or granules |
| Purity (Na₂CO₃) | 99% minimum |
| Grades Available | Light Soda Ash / Dense Soda Ash |
| Bulk Density (Light) | ~500 kg/m³ |
| Bulk Density (Dense) | ~1000 kg/m³ |
| pH (1% solution) | ~11.5 |
| Solubility in Water | Freely soluble (21.5 g/100 mL at 20°C) |
| Melting Point | 851°C |
| Packaging | 25 kg bags · 50 kg bags · Jumbo/Big Bags |
Chemical Properties of Soda Ash
Soda Ash (Sodium Carbonate) is a white, crystalline, hygroscopic compound that dissolves readily in water to form a strongly alkaline solution. Its high alkalinity makes it effective for neutralising acids, adjusting pH, and acting as a builder or flux in industrial processes.
Due to its high solubility and alkaline nature, it is extensively used in water treatment, glass manufacturing, and detergent production where effective pH control is required.
It should be stored in sealed, moisture-proof containers in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area to maintain product quality — especially important in UAE's humid coastal climate.
Advantages of Soda Ash
- High purity (99% min Na₂CO₃) for consistent industrial performance
- Available in two grades (Light and Dense) to suit specific process needs
- Effective pH raising and acid neutralisation agent
- Easy to store and transport in solid form — 25 kg, 50 kg, or jumbo bags
- Widely used across water treatment, glass, detergent, and chemical industries
Storage and Safe Handling of Soda Ash
Storage Requirements
Soda Ash must be stored in sealed, moisture-proof bags or containers in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Exposure to humidity leads to caking and reduced product flowability — particularly important in the UAE's humid coastal climate. Keep away from strong acids such as hydrochloric acid or sulfuric acid, as Soda Ash reacts with these to release CO₂. See the technical specifications for full physical and chemical data.
Safe Handling
Soda Ash is classified as a mild irritant (UN 3262, Class 8). Wear appropriate PPE including safety goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, and a dust mask (P2/FFP2 rating) — especially when working with Light Soda Ash, which generates fine dust. Avoid breathing dust and wash hands after contact.
Safety Data Sheet
Contact Hazchem Chemicals LLC at info@hazchem.ae to request the latest Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) for Soda Ash Light or Dense.
Soda Ash Packaging Options
Soda Ash Light and Dense are available in standard and bulk packaging options to suit different industrial requirements across the UAE and GCC.
- 25 kg bags — PP woven or multi-wall kraft paper bags
- 50 kg bags — available on request
- Jumbo / Big Bags (500–1000 kg) — bulk quantities for large industrial consumers
- Custom packaging — available upon request for OEM and private label requirements
Minimum order quantities and lead times vary. Contact us for a tailored bulk supply quote.
Soda Ash Supplier in UAE & GCC
Hazchem Chemicals supplies Soda Ash Light and Dense throughout Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and Umm Al Quwain.
As a reliable soda ash supplier in UAE, we serve industries including glass manufacturing, detergent production, water treatment, textile processing, chemical manufacturing, and industrial processing.
We also export Soda Ash across Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait.
Soda Ash for Chemical Synthesis
Industrial grade Soda Ash is a fundamental raw material in chemical synthesis. Its strong alkalinity and high solubility make it a versatile reagent and intermediate in numerous production processes:
- Sodium Silicate production — reacting Soda Ash with silica sand at high temperature to produce water glass (Na₂SiO₃), used in adhesives, coatings, and detergents.
- Sodium Bicarbonate manufacturing — Soda Ash reacts with CO₂ and water to produce sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO₃) for food, pharma, and industrial applications.
- Sodium Chromate & Dichromate — Soda Ash is the alkali source in chromite ore roasting to produce chromium chemicals.
- Effluent neutralisation — used alongside our water treatment chemicals to neutralise acidic waste streams in chemical manufacturing plants before discharge.
- pH adjustment & buffer in synthesis — provides a stable alkaline environment for a wide range of organic and inorganic reactions.
Hazchem Chemicals LLC supplies industrial grade Soda Ash suitable for chemical synthesis applications across the UAE and GCC. Both Light and Dense grades are available. Contact us for technical datasheets, safety data sheets, and bulk pricing.
Soda Ash for Textile Processing
Soda Ash is widely used in textile processing, particularly for reactive dyeing of cotton and other cellulose-based fabrics. It acts as an alkaline agent that raises the dye bath pH and helps reactive dyes bond with the fibre.
Key uses in textile processing:
- Reactive dye fixation — Soda Ash creates the alkaline conditions (pH 10.5–11.5) needed for reactive dyes to bond permanently to cotton, linen, rayon, and other cellulose fibres.
- Pre-treatment (scouring & desizing) — used in alkaline scouring processes to remove oils, waxes, and sizing agents from grey fabric before dyeing.
- Mercerisation — added to caustic soda solutions in mercerisation baths to improve fibre lustre and dye uptake.
- Printing pastes — incorporated into reactive printing pastes as the alkali source for dye fixation during steaming.
Light Soda Ash is commonly preferred for textile processing because of its fine particle size and fast dissolution in dye baths. Hazchem Chemicals LLC supplies industrial grade Light Soda Ash across the UAE and GCC.
Contact us for bulk supply details.
FAQs
For detailed chemical reference data, see: Sodium Carbonate on PubChem
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