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Laboratories & Research chemicals

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.

Technical gradeIn stock
Sulfuric Acid 98% — Clear, colorless liquid

Sulfuric Acid 98% in Kenya

Sulfuric Acid, with a concentration of 98%, is primarily used in industrial applications such as battery acid manufacturing and metal treatment. This…

CAS
7664-93-9
Formula
H2O4S

Cleaning & Disinfection

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Technical gradeIn stock
Sulphonic Acid (LABSA) 96% — Clear, viscous liquid

Sulphonic Acid (LABSA) 96%

Sulphonic Acid (LABSA) 96% is a powerful detergent and surfactant primarily used in cleaning formulations. With its high concentration and efficiency…

CAS
27176-87-0

Detergents & Soaps

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Titanium Dioxide — White powder

Titanium Dioxide in Kenya

Titanium Dioxide (CAS 13463-67-7) is primarily utilized as a high-performance white pigment in paints and coatings. Recognized for its excellent opac…

CAS
13463-67-7
Formula
O2Ti

Pigments

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Technical gradeIn stock
Toluene — Clear, colorless liquid

Toluene

Toluene is a vital aromatic hydrocarbon commonly used as a solvent and feedstock in various industries. Its significant role in the production of ben…

CAS
108-88-3
Formula
C7H8

Solvents & Thinners

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Toluene — Colorless liquid

Toluene in Kenya

Toluene is a highly versatile solvent primarily used in paints and coatings. Known for its effectiveness in dissolving many organic compounds, it ser…

CAS
108-88-3
Formula
C7H8

Solvents & Thinners

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Food gradeIn stock
Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate — Granular white powder

Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate in Kenya

Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate is a versatile compound primarily used as a food additive and buffering agent. Known for its high solubility in water, it…

CAS
6132-04-3
Formula
C6H9Na3O9

Foods & Beverages

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Technical gradeIn stock
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Unknown Chemical

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VM & P Naphtha — Clear, colorless liquid

VM & P Naphtha in Kenya

VM & P Naphtha is a versatile solvent commonly used in paint and coatings applications. This product demonstrates effective solvency, making it ideal…

Solvents & Thinners

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Industrial gradeIn stock

White Portland Cement

White Portland Cement is a high-quality construction material mainly utilized for its superior whiteness and aesthetic appeal. Its composition includ…

Formula
C3S, C2S

Construction Chemicals

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Xylene — Clear, colorless liquid

Xylene

Xylene is a widely-used solvent in the paints and coatings industry, valued for its rapid evaporation and excellent solubility properties. This clear…

CAS
1330-20-7
Formula
C8H10

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
Xylene — Liquid

Xylene in Kenya

Xylene is a versatile solvent commonly used in paints and coatings, as well as in the chemical industry for various applications. This liquid formula…

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
Zinc Sulfate — White, granular solid

Zinc Sulfate in Kenya

Zinc sulfate, or Zinc sulphate, is a granular chemical compound, primarily used in agriculture and industry for its versatile applications. It plays…

CAS
7733-02-0
Formula
O4SZn

Agricultural Chemicals

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Industrial gradeIn stock
n-Hexane — Colorless, clear liquid

n-Hexane

n-Hexane is a versatile solvent predominantly used in the extraction of edible oils from seed crops such as soybean, cottonseed, and sunflower. This…

CAS
110-54-3
Formula
C6H14

Solvents & Thinners

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Food gradeIn stock
β-Carotene 30% FS — Granular powder, orange in color.

β-Carotene 30% FS

β-Carotene 30% FS is a high-concentration carotenoid product primarily used in the food and cosmetics industries for its vibrant color and antioxidan…

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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.