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Chemicals we supply for construction & admixtures

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA) — Clear, colourless liquid

Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA)

Methoxy Propyl Acetate (PMA), also known as Propylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether Acetate (PGMEA), is an industrial solvent widely utilized in the coatin…

CAS
108-65-6
Formula
C6H12O3
Assay
99+

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
Methyl Acetate — Colorless liquid

Methyl Acetate

Methyl Acetate is a versatile solvent widely used in the paints, coatings, and adhesives industries. Known for its fast-drying properties and sweet,…

CAS
79-20-9
Formula
C3H6O2

Solvents & Thinners

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Monoethanolamine (MEA) — Colorless, clear, viscous liquid

Monoethanolamine (MEA)

Monoethanolamine (MEA) is a critical component in gas treatment, particularly for the removal of acidic gases like CO2 and H2S from natural gas and r…

CAS
141-43-5
Formula
C2H7NO
Assay
99.5%

Oil & Gas

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Industrial gradeIn stock
N-Butanol Solution — Colorless clear liquid

N-Butanol Solution

N-Butanol Solution is a versatile industrial-grade solvent popular in the paints and coatings industry for its ability to prevent blushing and improv…

CAS
71-36-3
Formula
C4H10O

Solvents & Thinners

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Pharma gradeIn stock
N-Propanol — Clear, colorless liquid

N-Propanol

N-Propanol is a versatile industrial solvent widely utilized in various manufacturing processes. Known for its ability to dissolve a broad range of s…

CAS
71-23-8
Formula
C3H8O

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
N-Propyl Acetate — Clear, colorless liquid

N-Propyl Acetate

N-Propyl Acetate is an efficient solvent primarily used in paints, coatings, and adhesives. Known for its fast evaporation rate and pleasant fruity o…

CAS
109-60-4
Formula
C5H10O2
Assay
≥ 99%

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
NOVACOAT — White fine powder

NOVACOAT

NOVACOAT is a calcined kaolin powder primarily used in paints and coatings. This versatile product enhances properties such as opacity, smoothness, a…

Paints & Coatings

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Technical gradeIn stock
Nitric Acid 68% — Clear to pale yellow liquid

Nitric Acid 68%

Nitric Acid 68% is an industrial-grade chemical essential in metal treatment and chemical production. Known for its non-fuming nature at azeotropic c…

CAS
7697-37-2
Formula
HNO3

Metal Treatment Chemicals

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Technical gradeIn stock
Normal Butyl Acetate — Clear, colorless liquid

Normal Butyl Acetate

Normal Butyl Acetate is a crucial solvent used primarily in the paints and coatings industry. With a clear, colorless liquid appearance and a fruity…

CAS
123-86-4
Formula
C6H12O2
Assay
99%

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
PVC Resin DG-1000S — White powder

PVC Resin DG-1000S

PVC Resin DG-1000S is a versatile white powder widely used in the construction, packaging, and electrical industries. Its robust physical properties,…

CAS
9002-86-2
Formula
(C2H3Cl)n

Polymers & Resins

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Perchloroethylene (PCE) — Colorless liquid

Perchloroethylene (PCE)

Perchloroethylene (PCE) is a versatile solvent primarily used in dry cleaning applications, effectively replacing carbon tetrachloride in the industr…

CAS
127-18-4
Formula
C2Cl4

Solvents & Thinners

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Poly Aluminum Chloride Powder — White to off-white powder.

Poly Aluminum Chloride Powder

Poly Aluminum Chloride Powder is primarily used in water treatment processes. This versatile chemical acts as a coagulant, effectively removing turbi…

CAS
1327-41-9

Water Treatment

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Industrial gradeIn stock

Polyoxyethylene Nonylphenol (NP-9)

Polyoxyethylene Nonylphenol (NP‑9) is a widely used non-ionic surfactant known for its exceptional emulsifying, wetting, and detergent properties. In…

CAS
26027-38-3
Formula
C15H24O(C2H4O)9
Assay
90

Detergents & Soaps

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Technical gradeIn stock
Polysorbate 20 — Viscous clear to pale yellow liquid

Polysorbate 20

Polysorbate 20 is a versatile non-ionic surfactant primarily used as an emulsifier and solubilizer across various industries. Known for its ability t…

CAS
9005-64-5
Formula
C58H114O26

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Technical gradeIn stock
Potassium Iodide — White crystalline or granular solid

Potassium Iodide

Potassium Iodide (CAS 7681-11-0) is a versatile chemical widely used in sectors ranging from pharmaceuticals to photography. As a high-purity, white…

CAS
7681-11-0
Formula
KI
Assay
99%

Laboratory Reagents

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Food gradeIn stock
Propylene Glycol — Clear, colorless, odorless liquid

Propylene Glycol

Propylene glycol is a versatile liquid used extensively in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food, and cosmetics. Known chemically as 1,2-propanedi…

CAS
57-55-6
Formula
C3H8O2
Assay
99.9%

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Technical gradeIn stock
Samuda Filler Compound in a printed 25 kg woven sack, Samuda Chemical Complex Limited

Samuda Filler Compound

Filler Compound by Samuda Chemical Complex Limited is used in various industrial applications as an inert additive. Typically found in plastics, pain…

Rubber & Plastic

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Shellac Flakes — Brittle yellowish transparent flakes

Shellac Flakes

Shellac flakes serve as a versatile resin used extensively in wood finishes, pharmaceuticals, and the food industry. Composed of a natural polymer mi…

CAS
9000-59-3

Paints & Coatings

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Soda Ash — Opaque white granular solid

Soda Ash

Soda Ash, or sodium carbonate (CAS 497-19-8), is essential in glass manufacturing, where it acts as a flux to lower the melting point of silica. With…

CAS
497-19-8
Formula
Na2CO3
Assay
≥ 99.50%

Detergents & Soaps

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Food gradeIn stock
Sodium Cyclamate CP — White crystalline powder

Sodium Cyclamate CP

Sodium Cyclamate CP is a high-potency artificial sweetener, widely employed in the food and beverage industry. Its notable heat stability and solubil…

CAS
139-05-9
Formula
C6H12NO3SNa
Assay
98%

Foods & Beverages

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Technical gradeIn stock
Sodium Gluconate — White to gray-white crystalline powder

Sodium Gluconate

Sodium Gluconate is an efficient concrete admixture used to improve the workability and strength of cement. Known for its high chelating power, it se…

CAS
527-07-1
Formula
C6H11NaO7
Assay
98%

Construction Chemicals

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Industrial gradeIn stock

Sodium Metasilicate Pentahydrate

Sodium Metasilicate Pentahydrate is widely used as a powerful builder and emulsifier in detergents and cleaning applications. Known for its effective…

CAS
10213-79-3
Formula
Na2SiO3·5H2O

Detergents & Soaps

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Technical gradeIn stock
Sodium Silicate — Colorless viscous liquid

Sodium Silicate

Sodium Silicate, also known as disodium dioxido(oxo)silane, is a versatile liquid compound primarily used in water treatment applications. This chemi…

CAS
1344-09-8
Formula
Na2O3Si

Water Treatment

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How we support you

Beyond supply

  • Dosing calculations and process troubleshooting from our technical desk
  • Substitute recommendations when a raw material is constrained or priced out
  • Batch retention samples so any consignment can be re-tested against its COA
  • Scheduled contract supply so your line never waits on a reorder

Common questions

Which chemicals does Sparks supply to the construction & admixtures sector?

We list 84 products for this sector, including 58# Fully-Refined Paraffin Wax, Acetic Acid, Acetone, Aluminium Silicate. A certificate of analysis and safety data sheet can be issued with a consignment where this is specified at order stage.

Do you deliver construction & admixtures chemicals outside Nairobi?

Yes. Orders are dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse to towns across Kenya, and delivery is arranged to Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan and Ethiopia with the export documentation each destination requires. Lead time depends on the quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation.

What compliance documentation do you provide?

We hold ISO 9001:2015, KEBS Approved, NEMA Licensed accreditations, and copies are available on request. Batch certificates of analysis, safety data sheets and import documentation are issued with a consignment where these are specified at order stage.