Sodium Carbonate Anhydrous

Product Description

• UsesIt's used in the production of glass, paper, rayon, and detergents, as a water softener, and as a food additive. It's also used in taxidermy and as an electrolyte in chemistry. 
• FormationIt's created by heating sodium carbonate hydrates, such as sodium carbonate decahydrate (natron), sodium carbonate monohydrate (thermonatrite), or by heating sodium hydrogencarbonate. 
• PropertiesIt's a strong base that acts as an antacid. It's mildly irritating to the skin and respiratory tract, and airborne particles can reach harmful concentrations quickly, especially if powdered. 
• SafetyKeep tightly closed to prevent it from becoming hygroscopic.