Sodium Bicarbonate - L.R. Grade Chemical Structure
Laboratory Buffer Agent
Laboratory Reagent

LR Grade Sodium Bicarbonate (NaHCO₃)

Laboratory Reagent grade sodium bicarbonate manufactured for general laboratory procedures, educational applications, and routine chemical processing. Our LR grade NaHCO₃ provides reliable buffering properties for standard laboratory work, teaching applications, and analytical procedures.

  • 99.5% Laboratory Grade Purity
  • Excellent Buffering Properties
  • Educational & Training Applications
  • pH Neutralization Agent
  • Cost-Effective Laboratory Solution
  • Consistent Quality & Performance
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Formula: NaHCO₃
CAS Number: 144-55-8
EINECS Number: 205-633-8
Purity (Assay): ≥ 99.5% (LR Grade)
Physical State: White crystalline powder
Molecular Weight: 84.01 g/mol
Decomposition: 50°C (starts), complete at 270°C
Solubility in Water: 9.6 g/100ml at 20°C
pH (1% solution): 8.1 - 8.5
Loss on Drying: ≤ 0.25%
Chloride (Cl): ≤ 0.003%

Applications

Buffer Preparation
Educational Laboratories
pH Adjustment
Chemical Synthesis
Analytical Chemistry
Fire Extinguishing
Quality Control
Student Experiments

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized sodium bicarbonate grades tailored for different laboratory and analytical requirements, ensuring optimal performance and buffer capacity across diverse pH control and synthesis applications.

LR Grade (Laboratory Reagent)
Purity: ≥ 99.5% Loss on Drying: ≤ 0.25% Chloride: ≤ 0.003% Application: General laboratory, educational use
Buffer Grade
Purity: ≥ 99.8% pH stability: Enhanced Buffer capacity: Optimized Application: Buffer preparation
Analytical Grade
Purity: ≥ 99.9% Trace impurities: Minimal Standardized: Precise analysis Application: Quantitative analysis
Synthesis Grade
Purity: ≥ 99.7% Reactivity: Controlled Particle size: Uniform Application: Chemical synthesis

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's Sodium Bicarbonate is manufactured under standard quality control protocols, meeting laboratory reagent specifications for analytical and educational applications. Our production ensures consistent buffer performance and reliable pH adjustment.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Manufacturing
Laboratory Reagent Standards
≥ 99.5% Reliable Purity
Standard Analytical Testing
Educational Grade Compliance
Consistent Buffer Performance
Certificate of Analysis
Moisture-Protected Transportation

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

LR Grade Sodium Bicarbonate exhibits excellent buffering properties and thermal decomposition characteristics, making it suitable for educational demonstrations and general laboratory applications requiring controlled pH buffering reactions.

Buffer Properties
Equilibrium: HCO₃⁻ ⇌ H⁺ + CO₃²⁻
pKa: 10.3 (second ionization)
Buffer Range: pH 9.3-11.3
Amphoteric Nature: Acts as acid or base
Thermal Properties
Decomposition: 2NaHCO₃ → Na₂CO₃ + H₂O + CO₂
Decomposition Temp: 270°C
Gas Evolution: CO₂ release on heating
Endothermic Process: Heat absorption
Solubility Properties
Water Solubility: 9.6 g/100ml (20°C)
Temperature Effect: Decreases with temperature
pH of Solution: 8.3 (1% solution)
Crystal Structure: Monoclinic

Performance Characteristics

Performance metrics demonstrate LR Grade NaHCO₃ reliability in educational and general laboratory applications with consistent buffering capacity and thermal decomposition performance for routine procedures.

Buffering Performance

Effectiveness: Reliable pH control in alkaline range

Consistent buffer capacity for laboratory use
Educational Suitability

Safety: Non-toxic and safe for students

Ideal for teaching acid-base concepts
Thermal Performance

Strength: Predictable decomposition behavior

Excellent for gas evolution experiments
Cost Effectiveness

Economics: Optimal cost-performance ratio

Budget-friendly laboratory solution

Safety Information

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) with minimal health risks under normal laboratory conditions. May cause mild eye and skin irritation with prolonged contact. Non-toxic when handled properly. Generates CO₂ when heated. Ideal for educational settings with standard laboratory safety protocols.

Generally Safe
CO₂ Generation
Educational Safe

Storage & Handling

Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry area away from acids and heat sources. Protect from moisture to prevent caking. Compatible with most materials. Use appropriate storage equipment and maintain proper inventory management for educational institutions.

Store below 25°C
Protect from moisture
Away from heat sources
Separate from strong acids

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Sodium bicarbonate exhibits amphoteric properties and buffering behavior through multiple reaction pathways, making it suitable for educational demonstrations and laboratory applications requiring controlled pH buffering.

Buffer System

Bicarbonate buffer: HCO₃⁻ ⇌ H₂CO₃ ⇌ CO₂ + H₂O

Ideal for pH regulation demonstrations
Acid Neutralization

Neutralizes acids: NaHCO₃ + HCl → NaCl + H₂O + CO₂

Educational demonstration of acid-base reactions
Thermal Decomposition

Decomposes on heating: 2NaHCO₃ → Na₂CO₃ + H₂O + CO₂

Standard for thermal analysis studies
CO₂ Generation

Controlled CO₂ release for various applications

Important for gas generation experiments

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures safe use of bicarbonate compounds in educational and laboratory environments with complete documentation supporting institutional safety requirements.

Educational Standards

Compliance with educational institution safety for bicarbonate compounds

Non-Hazardous Classification

Generally recognized as safe for laboratory use

Safety Compliance

Standard laboratory safety protocols for buffer compounds

Laboratory Standards

Meets buffer and neutralization grade specifications

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's educational and laboratory support team provides comprehensive guidance for buffer applications and proper use of sodium bicarbonate in educational and analytical settings.

Educational Support
  • Buffer chemistry training programs
  • Acid-base neutralization demonstrations
  • Gas generation experiments guidance
  • pH measurement training
Buffer Services
  • Buffer preparation protocols
  • pH optimization consultation
  • Neutralization capacity assessment
  • Quality control guidance

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our sodium bicarbonate production emphasizes environmental responsibility with minimal environmental impact and comprehensive waste management for educational and laboratory operations.

Safe Disposal

Environmental-friendly disposal with standard drain disposal

Educational Sustainability

Supporting sustainable chemistry education with safe buffers

Recovery Programs

Bicarbonate recovery and recycling programs

Minimal Impact

Non-toxic formulation with minimal environmental footprint

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's laboratory reagent manufacturing facility employs controlled production technology for consistent sodium bicarbonate quality and buffering performance across all production batches.

Production Process

Controlled bicarbonate production with purity and buffering capacity management

Consistent buffer properties and neutralization capacity
Buffer Testing

pH buffering verification and purity testing protocols

Regular buffering performance monitoring
Quality Systems

Enhanced quality protocols for buffer applications

Comprehensive bicarbonate compound management

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive laboratory data demonstrating sodium bicarbonate effectiveness across educational and buffer applications with reliable pH control and neutralization performance metrics.

Educational Institutions
Safety Record: 99.9% incident-free buffer experiments Performance: Consistent pH regulation demonstrations Cost Efficiency: 55% more economical vs commercial preparations
Buffer Laboratories
Buffer Capacity: Reliable pH maintenance Quality: Meets buffer chemistry standards Customer Satisfaction: 98% user approval rate

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Buffer Chemistry Expertise

Specialized knowledge in bicarbonate compound production and pH control

Educational Focus

Dedicated support for educational institutions with buffer chemistry training

Safety Leadership

Enhanced safety protocols specifically designed for buffer applications

Reliable Supply

Consistent availability with buffer quality assurance

Quality Consistency

Consistent buffering performance with certificates for laboratory applications

Partnership Approach

Long-term relationships with educational institutions and buffer support