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Concrete plasticisers, set accelerators and retarders, waterproofing compounds and structural adhesives.

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Chemicals we supply for construction & admixtures

Held in stock with full specifications, certificates of analysis and safety data sheets.

Industrial gradeIn stock
Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulphonic Acid (LABSA) — Brown viscous liquid

Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulphonic Acid (LABSA)

Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulphonic Acid (LABSA) is a key ingredient in the production of synthetic detergents, widely utilized for its strong decontamina…

CAS
27176-87-0
Formula
CₙH2ₙ₊1SO3H

Detergents & Soaps

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Technical gradeIn stock
Liquid Calcium Octoate — Clear to pale yellow liquid

Liquid Calcium Octoate in Kenya

Liquid Calcium Octoate is a formulation primarily used as a heat stabilizer in various industrial applications. This compound enhances the performanc…

Paints & Coatings

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Liquid Pine Oil — Clear to pale yellow liquid

Liquid Pine Oil

Liquid Pine Oil is widely used as a natural solvent and disinfectant, appreciated for its pleasant pine aroma and efficacy in various applications. W…

CAS
8002-09-3

Cleaning & Disinfection

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Technical gradeIn stock
M.I.B.K. (Methyl Isobutyl Ketone) — Colorless clear liquid

M.I.B.K. (Methyl Isobutyl Ketone)

M.I.B.K., or methyl isobutyl ketone, is a high-purity solvent widely used in paints, coatings, and varnishes for improving flow, leveling, and film f…

CAS
108-10-1
Formula
C6H12O
Assay
≥ 99.5%

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
MEG-X — Clear liquid with a uniform consistency.

MEG-X

MEG-X is a specialized liquid formulation primarily used for coolants and thermoregulation in various industrial applications. This versatile product…

Coolants & Thermoregulation

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Industrial gradeIn stock
MIMOSA FS — Light yellowish or pale powder

MIMOSA FS

MIMOSA FS is a vegetable tannin extract utilized primarily in the leather industry. It enhances leather products by providing rapid tannin penetratio…

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Magadi Industrial Salt — Granular form, typically white in color

Magadi Industrial Salt in Kenya

Magadi Industrial Salt is a high-purity salt manufactured by Tata Chemicals Magadi Limited, primarily utilized in industrial applications. This salt…

Water Treatment

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Technical gradeIn stock
Magnesium Carbonate — White powder

Magnesium Carbonate

Magnesium Carbonate (CAS 546-93-0) is primarily used as a drying agent in various industries. It is a white, powdery compound known for its low solub…

CAS
546-93-0
Formula
CMgO3

Other Products

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Magnesium Oxide 90% Industrial Grade — White crystalline powder

Magnesium Oxide 90% Industrial Grade

Magnesium Oxide, with a CAS number of 1309-48-4, is primarily used in agriculture for soil amendment and as an animal feed supplement. Offering 90% p…

CAS
1309-48-4
Formula
MgO
Assay
90

Agricultural Chemicals

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Magnesium Oxide — Fine white powder

Magnesium Oxide in Kenya

Magnesium Oxide, also known as MgO, is primarily utilized as a refractory material in various high-temperature applications. With a minimum compositi…

CAS
1309-48-4
Formula
MgO
Assay
90

Other Products

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Technical gradeIn stock
Manganese Octoate 10% — Pale yellow liquid

Manganese Octoate 10% in Kenya

Manganese Octoate 10% is primarily used as a drying agent in paints and coatings, as well as in the manufacturing of rubber products. This formulatio…

Paints & Coatings

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Technical gradeIn stock
Methanol — Clear, colorless liquid

Methanol

Methanol is a versatile chemical widely used as a solvent and chemical feedstock. With a purity level of ≥99.9%, it serves crucial roles in synthesiz…

CAS
67-56-1
Formula
CH4O

Solvents & Thinners

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Methoxy Propanol (Dowanol PM) — Colorless liquid

Methoxy Propanol (Dowanol PM)

Methoxy Propanol, also known as Dowanol PM (CAS 107-98-2), is a versatile solvent primarily used in coatings, printing inks, and cleaners. This chemi…

CAS
107-98-2
Formula
C4H10O2
Assay
99.5

Solvents & Thinners

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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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Technical gradeIn stock
Methylated Spirits — Clear liquid

Methylated Spirits in Kenya

Methylated Spirits is a versatile solvent widely used in cleaning and disinfection applications. Known for its strong evaporative properties, it’s ef…

Cleaning & Disinfection

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Technical gradeIn stock
Methylcellulose (4000 cps) — White to off-white powder

Methylcellulose (4000 cps) in Kenya

Methylcellulose (4000 cps) is a water-soluble polymer primarily used as a thickening agent and emulsifier in various applications. It finds significa…

CAS
9004-67-5
Formula
C20H38O11

Polymers & Resins

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Technical gradeIn stock
Mono Ethylene Glycol — Clear, colorless liquid

Mono Ethylene Glycol in Kenya

Mono Ethylene Glycol (MEG) is a versatile chemical primarily used as an antifreeze in cooling systems. It serves as a key component in various indust…

Coolants & Thermoregulation

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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
NEELKANTH Lime — White powder with a fine texture.

NEELKANTH Lime

NEELKANTH Lime is primarily used as a high-quality Calcium Hydroxide in construction and building applications. This 'A' Class lime offers superior p…

Construction Chemicals

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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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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 153 products for this sector, including 58# Fully-Refined Paraffin Wax, Acetic Acid, Acetone, Acid Thickener in Kenya. 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.