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Chemicals we supply for pharmaceuticals & healthcare

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

Industrial gradeIn stock
Paraffin Oil — Clear liquid.

Paraffin Oil

Paraffin Oil is a versatile liquid used primarily as a lubricant, moisturizer, and as a carrier in pharmaceutical applications. Its unique compositio…

CAS
8012-95-1

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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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Technical gradeIn stock
Perchloroethylene (PCE) — Clear, colorless liquid

Perchloroethylene (PCE) in Kenya

Perchloroethylene, also known as tetrachloroethylene, is primarily used as a solvent in dry cleaning and degreasing applications. This chlorinated hy…

CAS
127-18-4
Formula
C2Cl4

Solvents & Thinners

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Food gradeIn stock
Phosphoric Acid (85%) — Clear, colorless liquid

Phosphoric Acid (85%) in Kenya

Phosphoric Acid (85%) is a versatile chemical primarily used in food processing and beverage applications as a flavoring agent and pH control agent.…

Foods & Beverages

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Technical gradeIn stock
Phosphoric Acid 85% — Colorless liquid

Phosphoric Acid 85% in Kenya

Phosphoric Acid 85% is a technical grade chemical widely used in various industrial applications. This colorless liquid serves primarily as a crucial…

Cleaning & Disinfection

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Plastic Drum — Durable plastic with a clear finish.

Plastic Drum

This Plastic Drum is designed for storing various industrial chemicals and liquids safely and securely. With a robust construction, it is suitable fo…

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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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Industrial gradeIn stock
Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) — White to slightly yellow granular or powdery solid

Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA)

Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) is a versatile polymer used primarily for paper sizing, enhancing the adhesion, strength, and flexibility of fibers. Known fo…

CAS
9002-89-5
Formula
(C2H4O)n
Assay
≥93.5%

Polymers & Resins

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Technical gradeIn stock
Potassium Chloride (Anhydrous) — White crystalline powder

Potassium Chloride (Anhydrous) in Kenya

Potassium Chloride (Anhydrous) is primarily used in water treatment, providing essential potassium ions for various processes. This high-purity chemi…

CAS
7447-40-7
Formula
ClK

Water Treatment

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Technical gradeIn stock
Potassium Hydroxide Flakes — White crystalline flakes

Potassium Hydroxide Flakes

Potassium Hydroxide Flakes, with a purity greater than 90%, is widely used in industrial applications such as cleaning, water treatment, and pH adjus…

Cleaning & Disinfection

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Technical gradeIn stock
Potassium Hydroxide — White crystalline powder

Potassium Hydroxide in Kenya

Potassium Hydroxide is a highly effective caustic agent primarily used in cleaning and disinfection. This white powder has a minimum purity of 90% an…

CAS
1310-58-3
Formula
KOH
Assay
≥ 90%

Cleaning & Disinfection

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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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Technical gradeIn stock
Potassium Permanganate — Dark purple crystalline solid

Potassium Permanganate in Kenya

Potassium permanganate (CAS 7722-64-7) is primarily used in water treatment applications for its strong oxidizing properties. This technical grade co…

CAS
7722-64-7
Formula
KMnO4

Water Treatment

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Technical gradeIn stock
Potassium Sorbate — Granular white powder

Potassium Sorbate in Kenya

Potassium Sorbate is a powerful preservative primarily used in the food industry to inhibit the growth of mold, yeast, and fungi. Known for its high…

CAS
24634-61-5
Formula
C6H7KO2

Preservation Chemicals

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Technical gradeIn stock
Potassium Sulfate — Granular, white to colorless particles

Potassium Sulfate in Kenya

Potassium Sulfate (CAS 7778-80-5) is widely used as a fertilizer due to its high potassium content, essential for plant growth. This compound plays a…

CAS
7778-80-5
Formula
K2O4S

Agricultural Chemicals

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Technical gradeIn stock
Precipitated Calcium Carbonate — White powder

Precipitated Calcium Carbonate in Kenya

Precipitated Calcium Carbonate (PCC) is a white powder used primarily in the construction industry as a filler and pigment in products such as paints…

CAS
471-34-1
Formula
CaCO3

Construction Chemicals

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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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Pharma gradeIn stock
Propylene Glycol USP — Clear, colorless liquid

Propylene Glycol USP in Kenya

Propylene Glycol USP is a high-purity, versatile solvent predominantly used in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries. This clear, colorless liq…

CAS
57-55-6
Formula
C3H8O2

Coolants & Thermoregulation

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Food gradeIn stock
Propylene Glycol — Colorless, odorless liquid

Propylene Glycol in Kenya

Propylene Glycol is a versatile and widely used compound in the food and pharmaceutical industries as a food-grade additive and solvent. With a purit…

CAS
57-55-6
Formula
C3H8O2
Assay
99.9%

Foods & Beverages

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Pharma gradeIn stock
Refined Castor Oil — Pale yellow to colorless liquid

Refined Castor Oil

Refined Castor Oil is primarily used in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries as a moisturizing agent and emollient. This BP grade oil is deriv…

CAS
8001-79-4

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Technical gradeIn stock
Refined Glycerine — Clear, colorless liquid

Refined Glycerine

Refined Glycerine is a versatile liquid used primarily as a humectant in various applications such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food products.…

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Food gradeIn stock
Refined Sodium Bicarbonate — Odorless, white crystalline powder

Refined Sodium Bicarbonate

Refined Sodium Bicarbonate is a versatile acid neutralizer widely used in industries such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and water treatment.…

CAS
144-55-8
Formula
NaHCO3
Assay
99.63%

Foods & Beverages

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Food gradeIn stock
Refined Sodium Bicarbonate — White crystalline powder

Refined Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya

Refined Sodium Bicarbonate, also known as Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate (CAS number 144-55-8), is mainly used as a leavening agent in baking. This versat…

CAS
144-55-8
Formula
CHNaO3

Foods & Beverages

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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 pharmaceuticals & healthcare sector?

We list 262 products for this sector, including 2-Butoxyethanol in Kenya, 2-Glycerol Monostearate, 2310BB48 Industrial Powder in Kenya, 58# Fully-Refined Paraffin Wax. A certificate of analysis and safety data sheet can be issued with a consignment where this is specified at order stage.

Do you deliver pharmaceuticals & healthcare 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.