Technical Description & Product Overview
Borax, commonly known as sodium borate, is a versatile inorganic compound widely used as a builder, buffering agent, cleaning aid and processing chemical. It is commonly incorporated into laundry detergents, household and industrial cleaning products, soaps, water-treatment formulations, adhesives, ceramics, glass and selected industrial processes. In detergent formulations, borax can help improve cleaning performance by buffering alkalinity, softening water and supporting the removal of certain soils. It is typically supplied as a white crystalline powder or granular material that dissolves in water. Chemical name: Sodium Tetraborate Decahydrate | Formula: Na₂B₄O₇·10H₂O | CAS No.: 1303-96-4. The appropriate grade and regulatory requirements should be considered according to the intended application.