Microsphere reagent 2044B

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Borax, also known as sodium tetraborate decahydrate, is an inorganic compound belonging to the borate family. The substance is identified by CAS number 1303-96-4 and EC number 215-540-4. The chemical formula of the compound is Na₂B₄O₇·10H₂O. In technical fields, the product is often referred to by the English name Borax decahydrate. From a commercial standpoint, it generally appears as a white granular powder easily soluble in water.
Borax is used as a chemical raw material in numerous industrial processes thanks to its buffering properties and the presence of boron in its molecular structure. Pro-Eko Srl supplies this substance as part of its catalog of chemical reagents and technical products, with documentary management associated with the supply and batch traceability.
Chemical data and identification :
Chemical name: sodium tetraborate decahydrate
CAS number: 1303-96-4
EC number: 215-540-4
Molecular formula: Na₂B₄O₇·10H₂O
IUPAC name: sodium tetraborate decahydrate
Synonyms: borax, sodium borate decahydrate
Commercial form: granular powder
Chemical-physical properties :
Appearance: granular powder
Color: white
Assay: min. 99.5 %
Boric anhydride (B₂O₃): min. 36.3 %
Sodium oxide (Na₂O): min. 16.1 %
Iron: max. 30 ppm
Sulfates: max. 1000 ppm
Chlorides: max. 1500 ppm