Technical grade
Boric Acid Powder in Kenya
Boric Acid Powder is a technical-grade compound primarily used in industrial applications, including water treatment and pest control. Renowned for its fungicidal and herbicidal properties, this product is essential in various sectors such as agriculture, construction, and hygiene. Packaged in 50 kg bags by Indo Borax & Chemicals Ltd., it ensures reliable performance and quality for technical buyers and procurement officers alike.
Main applicationWater treatment — used for algae control and pH buffering.
Boric Acid Powder is key for maintaining water quality and enhancing agricultural practices, offering safe and effective solutions to common industrial challenges. Its role in pest management also contributes significantly to public health, making it a critical product for various industries.
Also known as
- E285
- Borax Acid
- Boracic Acid

Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Packed in 50 kg bags.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- White crystalline powder
Boric Acid Powder is a crystalline compound comprising boron, oxygen, and hydrogen. As a versatile agent, it operates effectively in formulations for antiseptic use, insecticide applications, and even as a pH buffer in water treatment. Buyers should consider the concentration and grade of boric acid suitable for their specific application. When ordering, it is vital to specify the technical grade, ensuring alignment with the intended use, whether aimed at pest control or water treatment.
Delivery
Boric Acid Powder in Kenya 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
- Water treatment — used for algae control and pH buffering.
- Pest control — acts as an insecticide for various pests.
- Fertilizer additive — enhances plant growth and health.
- Antiseptic formulations — employed for its antibacterial properties.
- Glass manufacturing — utilized in the production of glass and ceramics.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Effective in controlling pests, improving agricultural productivity.
- Enhances water quality by regulating pH levels.
- Non-toxic to humans and pets when used appropriately.
- Versatile applications across multiple industries.
- Reliable source for industrial and agricultural needs.
Quality assurance
- Documentation, including a certificate of analysis and safety data sheet, can be issued with a consignment where required.
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 are the other names for Boric Acid Powder in Kenya?
Boric Acid Powder in Kenya is also referred to as E285, Borax Acid and Boracic Acid. 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 Boric Acid Powder in Kenya is supplied?
Boric Acid Powder in Kenya 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 Boric Acid Powder in Kenya look like?
Boric Acid Powder in Kenya is described as white crystalline powder. 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 Boric Acid Powder in Kenya used for?
Common applications include water treatment — used for algae control and pH buffering. Pest control — acts as an insecticide for various pests. Fertilizer additive — enhances plant growth and health. Antiseptic formulations — employed for its antibacterial properties. Glass manufacturing — utilized in the production of glass and ceramics.. 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 Boric Acid Powder in Kenya?
Boric Acid Powder in Kenya is supplied to the Water Treatment, Agriculture & Agrochemicals, Mining & Minerals and Cleaning & Detergents 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 Boric Acid Powder in Kenya available in?
Packed in 50 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.
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