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Analytical reagent (AR) grade chemicals, titrants, volumetric standards and HPLC-grade solvents.

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Chemicals we supply for laboratories & research

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

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2310BB48 Industrial Powder — Fine white powder

2310BB48 Industrial Powder in Kenya

2310BB48 is a versatile industrial powder commonly used for cleaning and disinfection purposes. Its unique formulation allows for effective removal o…

Cleaning & Disinfection

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Technical gradeIn stock
4-Chloro-2-nitrophenol — Off-white powder

4-Chloro-2-nitrophenol in Kenya

4-Chloro-2-nitrophenol, also known as DINOSEB, is primarily used in agricultural applications as a herbicide. This compound is recognized for its eff…

CAS
88-85-7
Formula
C10H12N2O5

Agricultural Chemicals

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Technical gradeIn stock
58# Fully-Refined Paraffin Wax — White solid slab or blocks

58# Fully-Refined Paraffin Wax

Kunlun 58# Fully-Refined Paraffin Wax is a high-quality product used in various industrial applications, particularly in candle manufacturing. This f…

CAS
8002-74-2
Formula
C20–C40 alkanes

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Technical gradeIn stock
Acetic Acid — Colorless liquid

Acetic Acid

Acetic acid is a vital industrial chemical primarily used in the production of vinyl acetate monomer (VAM), essential for adhesives and coatings. Thi…

CAS
64-19-7
Formula
C2H4O2
Assay
99.7%

Solvents & Thinners

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Acetone — Clear, colorless volatile liquid

Acetone

Acetone is a versatile solvent widely used in industries such as paints and coatings, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and electronics. Known for its exce…

CAS
67-64-1
Formula
C3H6O

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
Acetone — Colorless liquid

Acetone in Kenya

Acetone, also known as propan-2-one, is a highly versatile solvent primarily used in paints and coatings. With its excellent miscibility with water a…

CAS
67-64-1
Formula
C3H6O

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
Acid Blue 1 Dye — Vibrant blue powder

Acid Blue 1 Dye in Kenya

Acid Blue 1 Dye is a synthetic dye primarily used in the textile industry for coloring materials. This powder dye is known for its vibrant blue hue a…

Dyes

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Acid Green 25 Dye — Bright green powder

Acid Green 25 Dye in Kenya

Acid Green 25 Dye is a vibrant synthetic dye primarily used in textile treatments and dyeing processes. This powdered formulation delivers intense co…

Dyes

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Technical gradeIn stock
Activated Carbon — Granular black material

Activated Carbon

Activated Carbon is primarily used for water treatment, effectively removing impurities and contaminants to ensure safe consumption. This specialized…

CAS
97793-37-8
Formula
C

Water Treatment

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Aluminium Silicate — White to off-white powder

Aluminium Silicate

Aluminium Silicate is a versatile compound primarily utilized in ceramics and refractories for its thermal resistance and structural integrity. This…

CAS
12141-46-7
Formula
Al2SiO5

Paints & Coatings

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Technical gradeIn stock
Ammonia Solution — Clear liquid

Ammonia Solution

Ammonia Solution is a highly concentrated liquid used primarily for cleaning and disinfection. With its potent ammonia content, it effectively remove…

Cleaning & Disinfection

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Ammonia Solution — Clear, colorless liquid

Ammonia Solution in Kenya

Ammonia Solution is a liquid formulation predominantly used for cleaning and disinfection. This versatile compound is essential in various industrial…

Cleaning & Disinfection

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Technical gradeIn stock
Ammonium Bicarbonate — White granular solid

Ammonium Bicarbonate in Kenya

Ammonium Bicarbonate, also known as Ammonium hydrogen carbonate, is primarily used as a food additive and leavening agent in baking. This white granu…

CAS
1066-33-7
Formula
CH5NO3

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Ammonium Chloride — Fine white powder

Ammonium Chloride in Kenya

Ammonium Chloride, known by its CAS number 12125-02-9, is a key chemical widely used in several applications such as fertilizers and pharmaceuticals.…

CAS
12125-02-9
Formula
ClH4N
Assay
99.5

Agricultural Chemicals

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Pharma gradeIn stock
Ascorbic Acid — White crystalline powder

Ascorbic Acid

Ascorbic Acid, commonly known as Vitamin C, is a crucial antioxidant used predominantly as a preservative in the food industry to prevent oxidation a…

CAS
50-81-7
Formula
C6H8O6

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Food gradeIn stock
Ascorbic Acid — White crystalline powder

Ascorbic Acid in Kenya

Ascorbic Acid, also known as Vitamin C (CAS 50-81-7), is a key ingredient primarily used in the food industry as a food additive and preservative. Th…

CAS
50-81-7
Formula
C6H8O6

Foods & Beverages

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Food gradeIn stock

BIRLASULF - SM in Kenya

BIRLASULF - SM is a food additive recognized for its stabilizing properties in various applications. Manufactured by Aditya Birla Chemicals, this pow…

Foods & Beverages

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Technical gradeIn stock
Basic Malachite Green Crystals — Deep green crystalline solid

Basic Malachite Green Crystals in Kenya

Basic Malachite Green Crystals are widely used in the dyeing process in textile applications, as well as in various industrial processes due to their…

Dyes

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Benzoic Acid — White crystalline powder

Benzoic Acid in Kenya

Benzoic Acid is a technical grade compound primarily used in the preservation of food and beverage products. Its unique properties make it useful in…

CAS
65-85-0
Formula
C7H6O2

Preservation Chemicals

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Borax Pentahydrate — Granular form of white to off-white color.

Borax Pentahydrate

Borax Pentahydrate, also known as Sodium Tetraborate Pentahydrate (CAS 12179-04-3), is a versatile chemical widely used in various industrial applica…

CAS
12179-04-3
Formula
B4H10Na2O12

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Boron Sodium Oxide (B4Na2O7) Pentahydrate — Granular white solid

Boron Sodium Oxide (B4Na2O7) Pentahydrate in Kenya

Boron Sodium Oxide (B4Na2O7) Pentahydrate, commonly known as Borax Pentahydrate, is primarily used in industrial applications as a cleaning agent and…

CAS
12179-04-3
Formula
B4H10Na2O12

Cleaning & Disinfection

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Butyl Glycol — Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid

Butyl Glycol

Butyl Glycol is a versatile solvent widely utilized in the paint and coatings industry for its excellent flow, leveling, and pigment dispersion prope…

CAS
111-76-2
Formula
C6H14O2

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
Butyl Glycol — Colorless liquid

Butyl Glycol in Kenya

Butyl Glycol (CAS 111-76-2) is a powerful solvent widely used in paints and coatings. This liquid compound effectively dissolves a variety of materia…

CAS
111-76-2
Formula
C6H14O2

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
CA-ZN Stabilizer C-50 — White or light yellow powder

CA-ZN Stabilizer C-50

CA-ZN Stabilizer C-50 is a non-toxic, calcium-zinc based PVC stabilizer designed to enhance the thermal and light stability of PVC products. This sta…

Rubber & Plastic

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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 laboratories & research sector?

We list 134 products for this sector, including 2310BB48 Industrial Powder in Kenya, 4-Chloro-2-nitrophenol in Kenya, 58# Fully-Refined Paraffin Wax, Acetic Acid. A certificate of analysis and safety data sheet can be issued with a consignment where this is specified at order stage.

Do you deliver laboratories & research 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.