Glauber Salt

Sample: Sodium Sulphate Anhydrous

Color of Material: White Powder

Assay (Gravimetric): 99.16% (Mol Wt. 142.02)

Loss on Drying: 0.038% (105 centigrade)

Chloride as CL: 0.041% Max.

Iron: 0.019%

PH of 10% Solution: 8.50 - 9

Alkalinity & Carbonate: Nil

Sulphuric Acid: Nil

Ammonium Sulphate: Nil

Carbonate: Nil

10% Solubility in water: Practically Clear Colorless Solution

Sodium Sulphate (Glauber Salt) – Industrial Grade & Technical Grade Supplier in India

Sodium Sulphate (Na₂SO₄) for Industrial Manufacturing and Chemical Processing

Sodium Sulphate, also known as Glauber Salt in its hydrated form, is one of the most widely used inorganic industrial chemicals. It is an economical, chemically stable, and highly water-soluble sodium salt used across detergent manufacturing, textile dyeing, glass production, kraft paper mills, chemical manufacturing, construction chemicals, wastewater treatment, ceramics, mining, and many other industrial sectors.

Laxmi Enterprise supplies Industrial Grade Sodium Sulphate and Technical Grade Sodium Sulphate with consistent quality, reliable availability, and dependable logistics for customers across India. The product is selected by manufacturers seeking process consistency, improved production efficiency, and long-term supply reliability.

Product Identification

Chemical Name: Sodium Sulphate

Other Name: Glauber Salt (Hydrated Form)

Chemical Formula: Na₂SO₄

CAS Number: 7757-82-6

Molecular Weight: 142.04 g/mol

Appearance: White crystalline powder or granules

Odour: Odourless

Solubility: Highly soluble in water

Nature: Neutral inorganic salt

Why Manufacturers Use Sodium Sulphate

Modern manufacturing depends on raw materials that perform consistently from batch to batch. Sodium Sulphate is widely used because it helps improve manufacturing efficiency while maintaining product quality.

Industries use Sodium Sulphate to improve process stability, optimize formulation costs, enhance product consistency, support efficient material handling, reduce production variation, and improve overall manufacturing performance.

Typical Technical Specifications

Parameter Typical Value

Na₂SO₄ Purity 98.0–99.5%

Appearance White crystalline powder

Moisture Low

Insoluble Matter Low

Chloride Controlled

Particle Size Uniform

pH (5% Solution) Approximately Neutral

Actual specifications may vary depending on the grade and customer requirements.

Industrial Applications

Detergent Industry

Used as a filler and density controller in detergent powder manufacturing.

Applications include detergent powder, washing powder, laundry formulations, cleaning compounds, and industrial cleaners.

Benefits include improved bulk density, better flowability, uniform blending, consistent packaging performance, and reduced formulation cost.

Textile Industry

Used during reactive dyeing of cotton and cellulosic fibres.

Applications include dye houses, textile processing units, garment dyeing, fabric finishing, and yarn dyeing.

Benefits include improved dye exhaustion, uniform dye penetration, shade consistency, optimized salt dosing, and reduced reprocessing.

Glass Industry

Used as a fining agent during glass melting.

Applications include float glass, container glass, solar glass, specialty glass, and architectural glass.

Benefits include improved clarity, reduced bubbles, better melt homogeneity, enhanced furnace efficiency, and improved finished glass quality.

Paper and Kraft Pulp Industry

Used in kraft pulping and chemical recovery operations.

Benefits include stable process chemistry, efficient recovery operations, improved pulp quality, and consistent manufacturing.

Chemical Processing

Used in various chemical manufacturing processes and formulations.

Benefits include reliable process support, consistent reaction conditions, and formulation stability.

Construction Chemicals

Used where technically suitable in selected dry-mix formulations.

Applications include tile adhesives, wall putty, repair mortars, gypsum products, and dry-mix construction chemicals.

Benefits include uniform dry-mix blending, improved powder handling, consistent manufacturing, and reliable formulation performance.

Water Treatment

Used in selected industrial wastewater treatment and salt recovery systems.

Benefits include process optimization, crystallization support, and resource recovery.

Ceramic Industry

Supports selected ceramic processing operations where applicable.

Benefits include improved raw material consistency and stable manufacturing.

Mining and Metallurgy

Used in selected mineral processing and metallurgical applications requiring process-support chemicals.

Available Packing Sizes

Manufacturers have different consumption requirements. Laxmi Enterprise supplies Sodium Sulphate in multiple packaging options.

25 kg HDPE Bag

50 kg HDPE Bag

50 kg Laminated Bag

1000 kg Jumbo Bag

Bulk Supply

Customized industrial packaging may be available depending on customer requirements.

Industries We Serve

Detergent Manufacturers

Textile Dye Houses

Glass Manufacturers

Paper Mills

Chemical Industries

Construction Chemical Manufacturers

Ceramic Manufacturers

Mining Companies

Industrial Water Treatment Plants

Export-Oriented Manufacturing Units

Why Choose Laxmi Enterprise

Manufacturers prefer suppliers who deliver more than just chemicals.

Laxmi Enterprise focuses on consistent product quality, dependable stock availability, technical documentation, batch traceability, competitive pricing, efficient logistics, responsive customer support, and long-term business relationships.

Our commitment is based on one simple principle:

Quality + Consistency + Availability + Technical Support = Long-Term Manufacturing Success

Frequently Asked Questions

Detergent Industry FAQ

Why is Sodium Sulphate used in detergent powder?

It improves bulk density, enhances powder flow, supports uniform blending, and helps maintain consistent product quality.

Which grade is suitable for detergent manufacturing?

Industrial Grade Sodium Sulphate is commonly used, subject to formulation requirements.

Does Sodium Sulphate affect detergent performance?

It mainly supports physical characteristics such as flowability and density rather than acting as the primary cleaning ingredient.

Textile Industry FAQ

Why is Sodium Sulphate used in reactive dyeing?

It promotes dye exhaustion by reducing electrostatic repulsion between dye molecules and fibres.

What purity is preferred for textile dyeing?

Many textile processors prefer Sodium Sulphate with 98–99.5% purity and controlled impurities, depending on their process requirements.

Why is particle size important?

Uniform particle size helps ensure consistent dissolution and accurate dosing.

Glass Industry FAQ

What is the role of Sodium Sulphate in glass manufacturing?

It acts as a fining agent to help remove gas bubbles from molten glass.

Does it improve glass quality?

It contributes to better clarity, improved transparency, and reduced defects when used appropriately in the glass formulation.

Paper Industry FAQ

Why is Sodium Sulphate used in kraft pulping?

It supports the chemical recovery cycle and contributes to efficient pulping operations.

Chemical Processing FAQ

Why do chemical manufacturers require controlled chloride levels?

Lower chloride levels can help maintain process consistency and meet product quality specifications in chloride-sensitive applications.

Why is batch consistency important?

Consistent quality helps improve process reproducibility and reduces manufacturing variability.

Construction Chemicals FAQ

Can Sodium Sulphate be used in dry-mix products?

Its suitability depends on the specific formulation. Manufacturers should evaluate compatibility through laboratory testing before commercial use.

General FAQ

What packing sizes are available?

Standard options include 25 kg bags, 50 kg bags, jumbo bags, and bulk supply.

Can a Certificate of Analysis (COA) be provided?

Yes, COA and other quality documents can typically be supplied upon request, subject to product and order requirements.

Do you supply across India?

Yes. Laxmi Enterprise serves customers throughout India through its supply operations from Koyali and Nandesari, Vadodara, Gujarat.