Inorganic Alkali · Sodium Carbonate (Na₂CO₃)

Soda Ash Light Exporter India

High-purity Sodium Carbonate (Light), 99.2% min — exported from Gujarat to Africa, the GCC and Asia for detergents, silicates, dyes, ceramics and water treatment. Third-party COA on every shipment.

✓ Na₂CO₃ 99.2% Min✓ Low-Bulk-Density Grade✓ Non-Hazardous Cargo✓ COA Every Shipment

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Product Specification

Sodium Carbonate — Light Grade

Soda Ash Light is the low-bulk-density form of sodium carbonate — a fine, free-flowing white powder. Its high surface area and fast dissolution make it the preferred grade for detergent and soap blending, sodium silicate production, dye and pigment intermediates, and bulk pH correction. Chemically identical to the dense grade; the difference is purely physical (particle size and bulk density).

Parameter	Specification
Chemical Name	Sodium Carbonate (Light)
Formula	Na₂CO₃
CAS Number	497-19-8
EC / EINECS	207-838-8
Total Alkalinity (as Na₂CO₃)	99.2% min
Sodium Oxide (as Na₂O)	58.0% min
Sodium Chloride (as NaCl)	0.70% max
Iron (as Fe₂O₃)	35 ppm max
Loss on Ignition (250 °C)	1.0% max
Matter Insoluble in Water	0.03% max
Bulk Density	0.50 – 0.59 g/cc (light)
Appearance	White, free-flowing powder

Typical commercial specification. Tighter or food/technical-grade limits available against firm enquiry — confirmed on the lot Certificate of Analysis.

GradeLight / Low Density

Purity99.2% min

UN / IMDGNot Regulated

Lead Time14–21 days

Load / 20′ FCL~25–27 MT

IncotermsFOB · CIF · DAP

PaymentLC at sight · TT

Load PortMundra / Kandla

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Light vs Dense: Choose Light for detergents, silicates and fast-dissolving applications. For glass and free-flowing bulk handling, see our Soda Ash Dense page.

Applications

Key Industry Uses

Where buyers across Africa, the GCC and South Asia deploy light-grade sodium carbonate.

Soaps & Detergents

Primary filler and alkalinity builder in laundry powders, cakes and dishwash. Fast dissolution suits powder blending lines.

Sodium Silicate

Core feedstock for water-glass and silicate manufacture used in adhesives, detergents and catalysts.

Dyes & Pigments

pH control and intermediate in reactive-dye and pigment synthesis for the textile and coatings sectors.

Water Treatment

Alkalinity correction and water softening — raises pH and precipitates calcium/magnesium hardness.

Ceramics & Glazes

Fluxing agent and deflocculant in ceramic bodies, glazes and frits.

Chemical Processing

Neutralising agent and raw material for bicarbonate, percarbonate, chromates and other sodium salts.

Packaging

Export Packing Options

Moisture-protected packing for sea freight. Palletised and shrink-wrapped for clean container stuffing.

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HDPE-Lined PP Bags

25 kg / 50 kg

Woven PP bags with inner HM-HDPE liner to block moisture pickup. Palletised, ~25 MT per 20′ FCL.

Moisture BarrierPalletised

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Jumbo / FIBC Bags

1000 / 1250 kg

Bulk FIBC big-bags with liner for high-volume consumers with forklift and silo handling.

Bulk HandlingLined

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Custom & Private Label

On Request

Buyer branding, multilingual labelling and bag specifications available on agreed volumes.

CustomCOA Included

Safety & Handling

Storage & Handling

Soda Ash Light is not classified as dangerous for transport, but it is alkaline and hygroscopic.

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Keep Dry

Hygroscopic — absorbs moisture and CO₂. Store sealed, off the floor, in a dry, covered area.

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Mild Irritant

Alkaline dust irritates eyes, skin and the respiratory tract. Use gloves, goggles and a dust mask.

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Segregate from Acids

Reacts with acids (effervescence, CO₂ release). Store away from acids and aluminium powder.

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GHS SDS Supplied

GHS-compliant Safety Data Sheet provided with every quotation — no separate request required.

Africa & GCC Market Context: Demand is driven by detergent and soap manufacturers across East and West Africa, sodium-silicate producers in the GCC, and municipal water authorities. SNJ Exim added soda ash in direct response to buyers consolidating alkali and acid sourcing with a single Indian exporter.

Buyer FAQ

Common Questions

What is the difference between Soda Ash Light and Dense?▾

They are chemically identical (Na₂CO₃, 99.2% min). Light has a lower bulk density (~0.5 g/cc) and finer particles for fast dissolution in detergents and silicates; Dense has a higher bulk density (~1.0 g/cc) for glass making and free-flowing bulk handling.

Is Soda Ash Light hazardous for sea shipment?▾

No. Sodium carbonate is not classified as dangerous goods under IMDG and ships as general cargo. It is an alkaline irritant, so a GHS SDS is still supplied with every shipment.

What purity and documentation do you supply?▾

Standard grade is Na₂CO₃ 99.2% min. Every shipment includes a third-party Certificate of Analysis, GHS SDS, commercial invoice, packing list and Certificate of Origin.

What is the minimum order quantity?▾

One full container load (~25–27 MT per 20′ FCL). Sample quantities can be arranged for verified industrial buyers.

Which countries do you export soda ash to?▾

We regularly ship Soda Ash Light to buyers in Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania, Ethiopia, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Egypt and South Africa, with full export documentation on every container.

Can you supply both light and dense soda ash in the same container?▾

Yes. Light and dense grades can be combined in a single 20′ FCL when your volumes don’t fill a full container of each — a practical option for distributors carrying both. Each grade is bagged, marked and certified separately with its own COA.

Export Markets & Commercial Terms

Where We Supply

SNJ Exim ships Soda Ash Light in full-container loads from Ankleshwar, Gujarat to long-standing alkali buyers across three regions.

We regularly export Soda Ash Light to detergent, soap, sodium-silicate and water-treatment buyers in Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania and Ethiopia (East & West Africa); the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Oman (GCC); and Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Vietnam (South & Southeast Asia), alongside Egypt and South Africa. Every container leaves Gujarat with a complete export document set — Bill of Lading, third-party Certificate of Analysis, Certificate of Origin and GHS Safety Data Sheet — so your customs clearance and quality checks are covered on arrival.

Commercial Term	Detail
Minimum Order	1 × 20′ FCL (~25–27 MT)
Standard Lead Time	14–21 days after LC / TT
Packing	25 / 50 kg HDPE-lined bags · 1 MT FIBC
Incoterms	FOB · CIF · CFR · DAP (negotiable)
Load Ports	Mundra / Kandla (Gujarat)
Payment	LC at sight · TT advance

DocumentsBL · COA · COO

SafetyGHS SDS

OriginAnkleshwar, Gujarat

ExporterIEC registered

New buyer? First orders ship against an irrevocable LC at sight or part-TT advance. Sample quantities can be arranged for verified industrial buyers — request a quote with your destination port and monthly volume.