Technical grade
Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya
Sodium Bicarbonate, commonly known as baking soda, is an effective buffering agent used mainly in food processing and water treatment applications. This versatile compound helps regulate pH levels, contributing to diverse industrial processes. Sodium Bicarbonate is recognized for its stable composition and safety, making it a preferred choice in various industries, including agriculture and pharmaceuticals. Its powder form facilitates easy handling and incorporation into formulations across sectors.
Main applicationpH control in water treatment — regulates acidity and alkalinity
Sodium Bicarbonate is significant in multiple industries due to its multifunctional properties. Its role in pH regulation in water treatment processes helps maintain ecological balance, while its use in food processing enhances quality and consistency. The compound's versatility greatly simplifies operations across various sectors, proving essential for procurement officers and technical buyers.
Also known as
- Baking Soda
- Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate
- E500
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Available in various pack sizes suitable for industrial use.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- White powder
- Physical form
- Powder
Sodium Bicarbonate consists of sodium (Na), hydrogen (H), carbon (C), and oxygen (O) atoms, forming the compound NaHCO3. As a mild alkalizing agent, it exhibits solubility in water and is stable under standard storage conditions. When purchasing Sodium Bicarbonate, technical buyers should consider the purity requirements specific to their application. While specific concentrations were not established, typical usages require food grade or industrial grades, with the latter being designed for non-food applications. Buyers should specify their needs regarding grade and packaging when ordering.
Delivery
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
- pH control in water treatment — regulates acidity and alkalinity
- Baking agent in food processing — aids in leavening and texture enhancement
- Buffering agent in pharmaceuticals — stabilizes formulations
- Cleaning agent in detergents — acts as a mild abrasive and deodorizer
- Agricultural applications — aids in soil amendment to enhance crop yield
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Enables effective pH balancing in treatment processes
- Improves the texture and rise of baked goods
- Provides a stable base for pharmaceutical formulations
- Enhances cleaning effectiveness in household and industrial detergents
- Promotes healthier soil conditions for improved crop production
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 are the other names for Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya?
Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya is also referred to as Baking Soda, Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate and E500. 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 Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya is supplied?
Sodium Bicarbonate 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 Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya look like?
Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya is described as white 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 Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya used for?
Common applications include pH control in water treatment — regulates acidity and alkalinity, baking agent in food processing — aids in leavening and texture enhancement, buffering agent in pharmaceuticals — stabilizes formulations, cleaning agent in detergents — acts as a mild abrasive and deodorizer and agricultural applications — aids in soil amendment to enhance crop yield. 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 Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya?
Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya is supplied to the Food Processing & Beverage, Agriculture & Agrochemicals, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare 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 Sodium Bicarbonate in Kenya available in?
Available in various pack sizes suitable for industrial use. 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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