Borax Decahydrate, also known as sodium tetraborate decahydrate, is a naturally occurring mineral compound that is composed of sodium, boron, oxygen, and water. It is typically found as colorless, white, or light gray crystals.

IUPAC Name: Sodium tetraborate decahydrate

Other Name or Common Name: Borax Decahydrate is commonly known simply as "borax."

Appearance: Colorless, white, or light gray crystalline solid

Chemical Formula: Na2B4O7·10H2O

Molecular Weight: 381.37 g/mol

Applications:

1. Household Cleaning: Borax Decahydrate is widely used as a household cleaner and laundry booster. It helps to remove stains, deodorize, and soften water in washing machines.

2. Insecticides: It can be used as an ingredient in some insecticides to control pests like ants and cockroaches.

3. Preservative: In the preservation of wood, borax is used as a natural and eco-friendly alternative to chemical preservatives. It can help protect wood against decay and insect infestation.

4. Flame Retardant: Borax is utilized in the manufacturing of flame-resistant materials, including certain textiles and fire-resistant coatings.

5. Metallurgy: In metallurgical processes, borax is employed as a flux to facilitate the removal of impurities and improve the quality of metals.

6. Glass Production: It is used in the glass industry to improve the strength and clarity of glass products.

Packing Size: 50kg
Packing Type: HDPE Bag