CAS 144-55-8
Refined Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya
CAS 144-55-8CHNaO384.007 g/mol
Refined Sodium Bicarbonate, also known as Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate (CAS number 144-55-8), is mainly used as a leavening agent in baking. This versatile compound acts by releasing carbon dioxide when it reacts with acids, creating a light texture in baked goods. Beyond baking, it is utilized in various applications such as pH regulation in swimming pools and as a buffering agent in pharmaceuticals. This food-grade powder is packaged in 25 kg bags, ensuring ease of handling and usage for industrial and culinary needs.
Main applicationBaking — acts as a leavening agent to create light and fluffy textures in baked goods.
Refined Sodium Bicarbonate plays a crucial role in both food processing and industrial applications due to its multifunctional properties. It is a vital ingredient for improving the quality of baked goods while also being effective in pH regulation and cleaning processes. Industries rely on its efficacy for consistent and high-quality outcomes in their products and processes.
Also known as
- Sodium Bicarbonate
- Sodium hydrogen carbonate
- Baking soda
- Sodium hydrogencarbonate
- Sodium acid carbonate
- Bicarbonate of soda
- Carbonic acid monosodium salt
- Meylon
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Packaged in 25 kg bags for convenience in industrial and culinary uses.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 144-55-8
- Chemical formula
- CHNaO3
- Molecular weight
- 84.007 g/mol
- Grade
- Food grade
- Appearance
- White crystalline powder
- Density
- 2.20 g/cm³
- Melting Point
- Decomposes at 50 °C °C
- Density
- 2.20 g/cm³
- Solubility
- Soluble in water
- pH
- Between 8.0 and 8.6 (1% solution)
Sodium Bicarbonate is a white crystalline powder that decomposes around 50 °C under heat. It has a density of approximately 2.20 g/cm³ and is soluble in water, making it easy to work with in various formulations. This grade, being food-grade, adheres to the specifications suitable for culinary applications. When ordering, buyers should specify pack sizes and ensure the grade meets their intended use, especially if for baking or food processing.
Delivery
Refined Sodium Bicarbonate 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
- Baking — acts as a leavening agent to create light and fluffy textures in baked goods.
- pH Regulation — adjusts acidity levels in swimming pools and other aqueous systems.
- Pharmaceuticals — serves as a buffering agent in various medicinal formulations.
- Food Preservation — inhibits microbial growth in a range of food products.
- Cleaning — used in household cleaning products due to its abrasive and alkaline properties.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Enhances texture and flavor in baking, leading to superior product quality.
- Acts quickly as a pH buffer, maintaining stable acidity levels in pools and food products.
- Offers versatility across multiple sectors, including food, pharmaceuticals, and cleaning.
- Easy to dissolve, making it suitable for a variety of applications and formulations.
- Stored conveniently in manageable packaging, facilitating smoother logistics in procurement.
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 Refined Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya?
The CAS registry number for Refined Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya is 144-55-8. Its chemical formula is CHNaO3, with a molecular weight of 84.007 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 Refined Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya?
Refined Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya is also referred to as Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium hydrogen carbonate, Baking soda, Sodium hydrogencarbonate, Sodium acid carbonate and Bicarbonate of soda. 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 Refined Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya is supplied?
Refined Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya is supplied as Food 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 Refined Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya look like?
Refined Sodium Bicarbonate 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 Refined Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya used for?
Common applications include baking — acts as a leavening agent to create light and fluffy textures in baked goods., pH Regulation — adjusts acidity levels in swimming pools and other aqueous systems., pharmaceuticals — serves as a buffering agent in various medicinal formulations., food Preservation — inhibits microbial growth in a range of food products. and cleaning — used in household cleaning products due to its abrasive and alkaline properties.. 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 Refined Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya?
Refined Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya is supplied to the Food Processing & Beverage, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, 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 Refined Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya available in?
Refined Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya is supplied in Packaged in 25 kg bags for convenience in industrial and culinary uses. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
What is the EC number for Refined Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya?
Refined Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya is recorded against the EC number 205-633-8. Quote this on customs and export paperwork; it is confirmed again on the commercial invoice for your specific consignment.
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 516892pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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