CAS 12179-04-3
Borax Pentahydrate
CAS 12179-04-3B4H10Na2O12291.3 g/mol
Borax Pentahydrate, also known as Sodium Tetraborate Pentahydrate (CAS 12179-04-3), is a versatile chemical widely used in various industrial applications. This technical grade product is characterized by its granular form and high solubility. Its major applications include use in detergents, glass manufacturing, and agricultural products, making it essential in multiple industries.
Main applicationDetergents & Soaps — acts as a cleansing agent and water softener.
Borax Pentahydrate plays a significant role in industries where quality and efficiency are paramount. By providing pH stabilization and enhancing the properties of products, it supports operational excellence in applications ranging from agriculture to manufacturing.
Also known as
- Sodium borate
- pentahydrate
- SG2N20S03U
- Boron sodium oxide (B4Na2O7)
- pentahydrate
- Boric acid (H2B4O7)
- disodium salt
- pentahydrate
- RefChem:887925
- 601-808-1
- Boron sodium oxide (B4Na2O7)
- hydrate (1:5)
- Disodium tetraborate pentahydrate
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Packed in 25 KG bags.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 12179-04-3
- Chemical formula
- B4H10Na2O12
- Molecular weight
- 291.3 g/mol
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- Granular form of white to off-white color.
- Density
- 1.82 g/cm³
- Density
- 1.82 g/cm³
- Melting Point
- 392 °F
- Solubility
- 3 %
Borax Pentahydrate (Na2B4O7·5H2O) contains sodium, boron, and oxygen, providing unique properties suitable for various applications. Its density is reported at 1.82, and it has a melting point of 392 °F. At a concentration of 3%, this compound displays solubility in water. When purchasing, buyers should consider specifying the required grade and concentration, along with the desired packaging, which is typically available in 25 KG bags.
Delivery
Borax Pentahydrate is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Detergents & Soaps — acts as a cleansing agent and water softener.
- Glass manufacturing — used in the production of glass and ceramics.
- Agriculture & Agrochemicals — serves as a soil amendment and pest deterrent. pH buffer — stabilizes pH in various chemical processes.
- Textile treatment — assists in dye fixation and cleaning processes.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Enhances cleaning efficiency in detergents due to its water-softening properties.
- Improves the visual clarity and durability of glass products.
- Promotes healthy plant growth by improving soil quality in agriculture.
- Stabilizes pH levels in various industrial processes, ensuring product consistency.
- Reduces dye wastage in textile manufacturing by enhancing dye fixation.
Quality assurance
- Batches are checked against the specification values listed above before dispatch.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Borax Pentahydrate?
The CAS registry number for Borax Pentahydrate is 12179-04-3. Its chemical formula is B4H10Na2O12, with a molecular weight of 291.3 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for Borax Pentahydrate?
Borax Pentahydrate is also referred to as Sodium borate, pentahydrate, SG2N20S03U, Boron sodium oxide (B4Na2O7), pentahydrate and Boric acid (H2B4O7). These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Borax Pentahydrate is supplied?
Borax Pentahydrate is supplied as Technical grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does Borax Pentahydrate look like?
Borax Pentahydrate is described as granular form of white to off-white color.. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Borax Pentahydrate used for?
Common applications include detergents & Soaps — acts as a cleansing agent and water softener. Glass manufacturing — used in the production of glass and ceramics. Agriculture & Agrochemicals — serves as a soil amendment and pest deterrent. pH buffer — stabilizes pH in various chemical processes. Textile treatment — assists in dye fixation and cleaning processes.. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Borax Pentahydrate?
Borax Pentahydrate is supplied to the Agriculture & Agrochemicals, Mining & Minerals, Construction & Admixtures, Cleaning & Detergents and Laboratories & Research sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Borax Pentahydrate available in?
Packed in 25 KG bags. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
Related to Borax Pentahydrate
Where this product sits in the catalogue, and the sectors that use it.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.PubChem CID 86341921pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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