Sodium Pentaborate
Description :
Overview of Sodium Pentaborate
Sodium Pentaborate is an inorganic boron compound used as a flame retardant, preservative, and specialty chemical. Known for its boron content providing flame retardant properties, use in wood preservation, and applications in various industrial formulations, Sodium Pentaborate is widely used in fire retardant treatments, wood treatment, and specialty chemical applications.
This compound appears as a white crystalline powder. Its pentaborate structure provides useful properties for flame retardancy and preservation.
Related products include Borax, Boric Acid, and other boron compounds used in flame retardant and preservation applications.
Applications of Sodium Pentaborate
Flame Retardant Applications
- Used in flame-retardant formulations
- Applied in wood treatment for fire protection
- Used in cellulose insulation
Wood Preservation
- It is used to preserve wood and as a fungicide
- Applied in preventing fungal decay
- Insect protection for wood
Industrial Applications
- It is used to make the boron compounds
- It is used in the specialty manufacturing of chemicals
- Utilized in the development of practical materials
Safety & Handling Guidelines
- Beware of inhaling dust
- Make sure you wear gloves and clothes
- Handle in well-ventilated areas
- Storage in securely sealed containers that are dry
- Avoid the strong acids.
- Use the COA as well as the MSDS directions strictly.
Where to Buy Sodium Pentaborate?
Sodium Pentaborate Manufacturer
ChemicalBull supplies high-purity Sodium Pentaborate for flame-retardant and industrial applications.
Sodium Pentaborate Supplier & Distributor
- It is available in large amounts for industrial use
- Technical quality for flame-retardant products
- COA MSDS, along with specifications, is provided.
MSDS
Provides detailed safety tips and hand-holding protocols.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is Sodium Pentaborate used for?
Used in flame-retardant formulations, wood preservation, and specialty chemical applications. -
What is the molecular formula?
Molecular formula: Na₂B₁₀O₁₆·10H₂O (decahydrate form) with varying hydration states. -
How does it provide flame retardancy?
Releases water at elevated temperatures, cooling material; forms a protective glassy layer; interferes with combustion.
