Description
1. Product Overview
Alkaline Cleaning Chemicals – Sodium Metasilicate (Equipment Wash) is a high-performance alkaline cleaning agent widely used in industrial cleaning formulations for removing oils, grease, carbon deposits, and processing residues from equipment and machinery. Based on sodium metasilicate chemistry, this product provides strong alkalinity combined with excellent emulsification and corrosion inhibition properties. Its primary industrial use is in heavy-duty equipment washing, maintenance cleaning systems, and process sanitation across manufacturing environments. The key value proposition lies in its ability to deliver powerful cleaning efficiency while protecting metal surfaces from corrosion. Strategically, sodium metasilicate is a critical component in industrial cleaning formulations due to its cost-effective performance, chemical stability, and compatibility with automated cleaning systems.
2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics
- Chemical Composition:
- Sodium Metasilicate (Na₂SiO₃)
- Trace moisture and stabilizing silicate compounds
- Purity Level / Grade:
- Industrial grade
- Typical purity: ≥ 98% sodium metasilicate content
- Physical Characteristics:
- Form: Granular or powdered solid
- Color: White to off-white
- Highly alkaline (pH typically 12–13 in solution)
- Strong degreasing and emulsifying capability
- Density: Approximately 2.4 g/cm³ (solid form)
- Packaging Options:
- 25 kg industrial bags
- 50 kg heavy-duty sacks
- 1 MT jumbo bulk bags
- Shelf Life:
- Up to 24 months when stored in dry, sealed conditions
- Protect from moisture and humidity during storage
3. Core Industrial Applications
Primary Industries:
- Food and beverage processing plants
- Chemical manufacturing facilities
- Metal processing and fabrication
- Automotive and heavy machinery manufacturing
- Industrial maintenance and sanitation services
Operational Use Cases:
- Industrial equipment and machinery washing systems
- Degreasing of production tools and mechanical components
- Cleaning of tanks, reactors, and pipelines
- Metal surface preparation before coating or finishing
- High-alkaline cleaning formulations for automated CIP systems
Performance & Cost Advantages:
Sodium metasilicate provides superior degreasing capability compared to many conventional alkaline cleaners due to its combined alkalinity and silicate buffering properties. It effectively breaks down oils and heavy residues while simultaneously inhibiting corrosion on steel and metal surfaces. Its strong buffering capacity ensures consistent cleaning performance across varying water conditions, reducing the need for additional chemical additives and improving overall cleaning efficiency.
4. Competitive Advantages
- Quality Consistency: Controlled manufacturing process ensures reliable purity and performance
- Supply Reliability: Stable global supply chain with scalable production capacity
- Logistics Capability: Efficient bulk packaging and international container shipping support
- Price Competitiveness: Cost-effective alkaline cleaning agent compared to specialty detergents
- Sustainability Benefits: Reduces reliance on solvent-based cleaning chemicals
- Technical Documentation: Full technical data sheets (TDS), safety data sheets (SDS), and quality certification available
Positioned as a strategic cleaning formulation component, Sodium Metasilicate offers industrial buyers a dependable, high-efficiency solution for maintaining equipment cleanliness while optimizing operational costs.
5. Commercial & Supply Information
- Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20MT
- Loading Capacity (MT per container): Approximately 20–25 MT per 20’ container depending on packaging format
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