Borax – Decahydrate Crystals (CAS: 1303-96-4) – Multi-Purpose Natural Mineral and Industrial Chemical

🧪 CAS Number: 1303-96-4

🌟 Product Description

Borax – decahydrate crystals (Na₂B₄O₇⋅10H₂O) are white, crystalline, mildly alkaline, and water-soluble natural minerals. Widely used in glass, ceramics, detergents, agriculture, metallurgy, and cosmetics. As a natural boron mineral, it is an essential raw material for both industrial and household applications.

🏭 Applications

🏺 Glass & Ceramics: Heat-resistant glass and glaze formulations

🧼 Detergent Industry: Cleaning power enhancer

🌱 Agriculture: Plant nutrition and pest control applications

🛠 Metallurgy: Flux in metal processing

💅 Cosmetics: pH regulator and preservative in skincare products

📊 Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance: White crystals

Odor: Odorless

Molecular Formula: Na₂B₄O₇·10H₂O

Molecular Weight: 381.37 g/mol

Density: 1.73 g/cm³

Melting Point: 743 °C (anhydrous form)

Solubility: Soluble in water

⚠️ Storage & Safety

Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture. Avoid inhalation of dust; use gloves and goggles to prevent skin and eye contact. Harmful with prolonged or high-level exposure.

🔑 Keywords

borax decahydrate, CAS 1303-96-4, Na₂B₄O₇·10H₂O, boron mineral, glass additive, detergent raw material

📛 Other Names

Sodium Borate Decahydrate, Sodium Tetraborate Decahydrate