Sodium Sulphate, Na2SO4 is white powder inorganic compound, highly soluble in water. Sodium sulphate is a by-product which is formed during synthesis of hydrogen sulphide gas. Two grades of Sodium Sulphate, SSM and SSK are produced as per the specification listed below:
Specifications:
| Specification | SSM | SSK |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium Sulphate, Na2SO4 | 87 to 97 % w/w | 95-98 % w/w |
| Chlorides (NaCl) | 0.8 to 4.5 % w/w | -- |
| Sodium thiosulphate | --- | 1-3 % w/w |
| Sodium Sulphide | 1.5 to 5% w/w | < 1 % w/w |
| Fe | < 0.1% | -- |
| Water content | 0.1 to 4% w/w | 1 to 2 % |
| Location of availability & procurement of this product | Heavy Water Plant, Manuguru | Heavy Water Plant, Kota |
Applications
- Manufacture of detergents
- Kraft process of paper pulping
- Filler in powdered home laundry detergents
- Fining agent to help remove small air bubbles from molten glass
- Diluent for food colors