Soda Ash Light Supplier, Exporter & Global Wholesaler
PAU Chemicals is an India-based global supplier and exporter of Soda Ash Light at 99.2% minimum, for detergent, glass, textile, water treatment and chemical manufacturers worldwide.
Soda Ash is one of the highest-volume industrial chemicals in world trade, and the light grade is defined by its lower bulk density — which makes it dissolve faster and blend more readily than the dense grade.
PAU Chemicals supplies 99.2% minimum material with low chloride and iron, packed in lined bags to prevent the moisture pickup and caking that plague this product in humid conditions.
Light and dense soda ash are chemically identical but not interchangeable in practice. Light dissolves faster and suits detergent blending; dense flows better and suits glass batching. Specify which you need — substituting causes handling problems.
Technical Specifications
Product Characteristics | Product Details |
Product Name | Soda Ash Light (Sodium Carbonate) |
Chemical Formula | Na₂CO₃ |
CAS Number | 497-19-8 |
HS Code | 2836 20 10 |
E / INS Number | E500(i) |
Appearance | White free-flowing powder or granules |
Odour | Odourless |
Assay (as Na₂CO₃) | 99.2% min |
Sodium Chloride (NaCl) | 0.5% max |
Iron (Fe) | 35 ppm max |
Sulphate (SO₄) | 0.03% max |
Water Insoluble Matter | 0.03% max |
Loss on Ignition | 0.5% max |
Bulk Density | 0.5 – 0.6 g/cm³ |
pH (1% solution) | 11.3 – 11.7 |
Solubility in Water | Freely soluble |
Storage | Sealed, dry, moisture-protected |
Reference Standard | IS 251 |
Available Grades
Light grade
Dense grade on request
Export Details
Minimum Order Quantity: 1 FCL
Country of Origin: India
Mode of Transportation: By Sea
Loading Ports: Hazira (Surat, Gujarat) & Nhava Sheva / JNPT (Navi Mumbai)
Shipping: FCL
Incoterms: EXW, FOB, C&F (CFR) & CIF
Payment Terms: TT / Bank Transfer & LC at Sight
Delivery Time: 3 to 4 weeks
Logistics Packaging: 25/50 kg HDPE bags with LDPE liner, or 1,000 kg jumbo bags
Dangerous Goods: Not classified as dangerous goods for transport
Documentation: Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, COA, MSDS & Certificate of Origin
Certifications
Industrial & Technical Applications
Detergent and soap manufacture
Glass and container manufacturing
Textile scouring, dyeing and processing
Water treatment and hardness removal
Pulp and paper processing
Sodium silicate and downstream sodium chemicals
Flue gas desulphurisation
Metallurgy and ore processing
Why Choose PAU Chemicals
Genuine Direct Supply — straight to the importer with no hidden intermediaries
Ethical Sourcing — ensuring 100% transparent and compliant procurement
Stable, Consistent Quality — for uninterrupted production and reliable 99.2% minimum purity
Competitive Pricing — offering strong commercial value for bulk FCL buyers
Flawless Documentation — handling all trade paperwork for smooth port clearance
Preferential Tariff Support — leveraging trade agreements to reduce your import duties
What is Soda Ash, and what is it called locally?
It is sodium carbonate, called soda ash in industry and washing soda in its hydrated consumer form. Light and dense refer to bulk density, not purity.
What is it used for?
Detergent and soap manufacture, glass making, textile scouring and dyeing, water treatment, pulp and paper, and as feedstock for sodium silicate and other sodium chemicals.
What is the difference between light and dense grade?
Chemically identical, but light has lower bulk density and dissolves faster, suiting detergent blending. Dense flows and handles better in bulk, suiting glass batching.
Can I substitute one for the other?
Not without handling consequences. Dosing systems calibrated for one bulk density will misfeed with the other, and dissolution rates differ noticeably.
How is it different from caustic soda?
Soda ash is a milder alkali, safer to handle and less aggressive on materials. Caustic soda is far stronger and corrosive. Choose soda ash where moderate alkalinity is sufficient.
Do you supply food grade?
Food grade meeting E500(i) requirements is available on request and must be specified at enquiry — technical grade must not be used in food.
How should it be stored, and what is the shelf life?
Sealed, lined bags in a dry, covered store. It absorbs moisture and carbon dioxide from the air, which causes caking and slowly converts it to bicarbonate.
Which ports and Incoterms do you ship on, and how long does delivery take?
Hazira and Nhava Sheva on EXW, FOB, C&F and CIF terms, typically 3 to 4 weeks, shipping as general cargo. Export MOQ is 1 FCL.
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