Soda Ash – Recovered

Description

1. Product Overview

Soda Ash – Recovered is reclaimed sodium carbonate (Na₂CO₃) sourced from industrial process streams and refined for reuse in commercial manufacturing applications. It serves as a critical alkaline agent in glass production, detergents, chemical processing, and water treatment. The key value proposition lies in delivering cost-efficient alkalinity with reduced environmental impact compared to virgin production. Strategically, recovered soda ash enables industrial buyers to secure reliable bulk supply while advancing circular economy initiatives and lowering total input costs.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition:
  • Sodium Carbonate (Na₂CO₃) as primary component
  • May contain trace sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO₃) and minimal inert residues
• Purity Level / Grade:
  • Industrial grade
  • Typical Na₂CO₃ content: 95%–99% (process-dependent)
  • Moisture content controlled to meet application requirements
• Physical Characteristics:
  • Form: Powder or granular
  • Color: White to off-white
  • Bulk density: Approx. 0.9–1.1 g/cm³ (granular dependent)
  • Highly soluble in water
  • Alkaline pH (11–12 in solution)
• Packaging Options:
  • Bulk jumbo bags (1 MT)
  • 25 kg multi-layer industrial bags
  • Bulk loose loading
  • 20’ containerized shipments
• Shelf Life:
  • Indefinite under dry, sealed storage conditions
  • Hygroscopic; moisture-controlled storage recommended

3. Core Industrial Applications

Primary Industries:

• Glass manufacturing
• Detergent and soap production
• Chemical processing
• Pulp and paper
• Water treatment facilities
• Metallurgical operations

Operational Use Cases:

• Fluxing agent in flat and container glass production
• Alkalinity source in detergent formulations
• pH regulation and water softening
• Neutralization of acidic effluents
• Precursor for sodium-based chemical derivatives

Performance & Cost Advantages:
Recovered soda ash delivers equivalent alkalinity performance to standard industrial-grade soda ash at a lower acquisition cost. It reduces dependency on energy-intensive virgin production, enhancing procurement economics and ESG metrics. For non-food and non-pharmaceutical applications, it provides a highly competitive, sustainable alternative without compromising operational efficiency.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency: Batch-tested Na₂CO₃ concentration and moisture control
• Supply Reliability: Continuous sourcing from established industrial recovery streams
• Logistics Capability: Efficient bulk handling and containerized export infrastructure
• Price Competitiveness: Lower total cost compared to virgin soda ash in industrial applications
• Sustainability Benefits: Supports waste minimization and circular resource utilization
• Technical Documentation: Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) available upon request

Positioned as a strategic sourcing solution, recovered soda ash offers industrial buyers measurable cost efficiency, dependable supply continuity, and strengthened environmental performance.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20MT
• Loading Capacity (MT per container): Approximately 20–27 MT per 20’ container (depending on packaging and bulk density)