Sodium Carbonate - L.R. Grade Chemical Structure
Laboratory Alkaline Salt
Laboratory Reagent

LR Grade Sodium Carbonate (Na₂CO₃)

Laboratory Reagent grade sodium carbonate manufactured for general laboratory procedures, educational applications, and routine chemical processing. Our LR grade Na₂CO₃ provides reliable alkaline properties for standard laboratory work, teaching applications, and analytical procedures.

  • 99.5% Laboratory Grade Purity
  • Strong Alkaline Properties
  • Educational & Training Applications
  • Water Softening Agent
  • Cost-Effective Laboratory Solution
  • Consistent Quality & Performance
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Formula: Na₂CO₃
CAS Number: 497-19-8
EINECS Number: 207-838-8
Purity (Assay): ≥ 99.5% (LR Grade)
Physical State: White crystalline powder
Molecular Weight: 105.99 g/mol
Melting Point: 851°C
Solubility in Water: 30.7 g/100ml at 25°C
pH (1% solution): 11.3 - 12.3
Loss on Drying: ≤ 0.5%
Chloride (Cl): ≤ 0.005%

Applications

pH Adjustment
Educational Laboratories
Buffer Preparation
Chemical Synthesis
Analytical Chemistry
Water Treatment
Quality Control
Student Experiments

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized sodium carbonate grades tailored for different laboratory and analytical requirements, ensuring optimal performance and alkaline strength across diverse pH adjustment and synthesis applications.

LR Grade (Laboratory Reagent)
Purity: ≥ 99.5% Loss on Drying: ≤ 0.5% Chloride: ≤ 0.005% Application: General laboratory, educational use
Buffer Grade
Purity: ≥ 99.8% pH stability: Enhanced Alkalinity: Controlled Application: Buffer preparation
Analytical Grade
Purity: ≥ 99.9% Trace impurities: Minimal Standardized: Precise analysis Application: Quantitative analysis
Water Treatment Grade
Purity: ≥ 99% Softening capacity: High Solubility: Enhanced Application: Water softening studies

Quality Standards

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

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

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

LR Grade Sodium Carbonate exhibits strong alkaline properties and buffering characteristics, making it suitable for educational demonstrations and general laboratory applications requiring controlled pH adjustment and alkaline reactions.

Base Properties
Hydrolysis: CO₃²⁻ + H₂O ⇌ HCO₃⁻ + OH⁻
pKb1: 3.67 (weak base)
pH (0.1M solution): ≈ 11.6
Buffer System: CO₃²⁻/HCO₃⁻ pair
CO₂ Interaction
CO₂ Absorption: Forms sodium bicarbonate
Reaction: Na₂CO₃ + CO₂ + H₂O → 2NaHCO₃
Reversibility: Heating reverses reaction
pH Change: Decreases with CO₂ exposure
Physical Properties
Solubility: 21.5 g/100ml (20°C)
Hydrated Form: Na₂CO₃·10H₂O (washing soda)
Anhydrous Melting Point: 851°C
Crystal Structure: Monoclinic (anhydrous)

Performance Characteristics

Performance metrics demonstrate LR Grade Na₂CO₃ reliability in educational and general laboratory applications with consistent alkaline strength and buffering performance for routine procedures.

Alkaline Performance

Effectiveness: Strong base for pH adjustment

Consistent hydroxide generation
Educational Suitability

Safety: Safer than strong bases for students

Ideal for teaching buffer systems
Analytical Performance

Strength: Reliable for acid-base titrations

Excellent primary standard
Cost Effectiveness

Economics: Optimal cost-performance ratio

Budget-friendly laboratory solution

Safety Information

Moderately alkaline compound that can cause skin and eye irritation. Handle with appropriate protective equipment in well-ventilated areas. Safer than strong bases but still requires caution. Ideal for educational settings with proper safety protocols in place.

Eye Irritant
Skin Irritant
Educational Safe

Storage & Handling

Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry area away from acids and acidic gases. Protect from moisture and carbon dioxide. Use appropriate storage equipment and maintain proper inventory management for educational institutions.

Store at room temperature
Protect from moisture
Avoid CO₂ exposure
Separate from acids

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Sodium carbonate exhibits basic properties and precipitation behavior through multiple reaction pathways, making it suitable for educational demonstrations and laboratory applications requiring controlled alkaline conditions.

Base Hydrolysis

Alkaline hydrolysis: CO₃²⁻ + H₂O → HCO₃⁻ + OH⁻

Ideal for basic solution demonstrations
Acid Neutralization

Neutralizes acids: Na₂CO₃ + 2HCl → 2NaCl + H₂O + CO₂

Educational demonstration of acid-base titrations
Precipitation Reactions

Forms insoluble carbonates with metal ions

Standard for qualitative analysis studies
Water Softening

Removes hardness by precipitating Ca²⁺ and Mg²⁺

Important for water treatment applications

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

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

Educational Standards

Compliance with educational institution safety for carbonate compounds

Irritant Classification

Minor eye and skin irritant with proper handling protocols

Safety Compliance

Standard laboratory safety protocols for carbonate salts

Laboratory Standards

Meets alkaline reagent grade specifications

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

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

Educational Support
  • Carbonate chemistry training programs
  • Precipitation analysis demonstrations
  • Water hardness testing guidance
  • Solution preparation training
Analytical Services
  • Titration procedure protocols
  • Precipitation analysis consultation
  • Water treatment optimization
  • Quality control guidance

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

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

Safe Disposal

Environmental-friendly disposal with proper neutralization

Educational Sustainability

Supporting sustainable analytical chemistry education

Recovery Programs

Carbonate recovery and recycling programs

pH Control

Proper pH neutralization for waste management

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

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

Production Process

Controlled carbonate production with purity and alkalinity management

Consistent alkaline properties and precipitation capacity
Alkalinity Testing

Base strength verification and purity testing protocols

Regular alkaline performance monitoring
Quality Systems

Enhanced quality protocols for carbonate applications

Comprehensive carbonate compound management

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive laboratory data demonstrating sodium carbonate effectiveness across educational and analytical applications with reliable alkaline capacity and precipitation performance metrics.

Educational Institutions
Safety Record: 99.3% incident-free carbonate experiments Performance: Consistent precipitation demonstrations Cost Efficiency: 50% more economical vs commercial preparations
Analytical Laboratories
Alkalinity: Reliable base performance Quality: Meets analytical chemistry standards Customer Satisfaction: 95% user approval rate

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Carbonate Chemistry Expertise

Specialized knowledge in carbonate compound production and alkaline applications

Educational Focus

Dedicated support for educational institutions with analytical chemistry training

Safety Leadership

Enhanced safety protocols specifically designed for carbonate applications

Reliable Supply

Consistent availability with alkaline reagent quality assurance

Quality Consistency

Consistent alkaline performance with certificates for laboratory applications

Partnership Approach

Long-term relationships with educational institutions and analytical support