Sodium Carbonate (Soda Ash) — pH Modifier & Alkalinity Builder
Mining & Mineral ProcessingWater Treatment

Sodium Carbonate (Soda Ash) — pH Modifier & Alkalinity Builder

CAS 497-19-8 Na2CO3

Light or dense soda ash for pH control in flotation and cyanidation circuits, and water alkalinity adjustment.

Applications

pH modifier in flotation and gold cyanidation circuits; water treatment alkalinity/hardness adjustment; industrial and glass-grade applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does sodium carbonate do in a cyanidation circuit?

It raises pulp pH and helps protect free cyanide from decomposing into toxic HCN gas, working alongside lime as an alkalinity source.

What's the difference between light and dense soda ash?

Same chemistry (Na2CO3), different bulk density and particle size — dense grade is more common in mineral processing for easier handling and dosing.

Does GGI Chemicals supply soda ash for water treatment too?

Yes — it's also used to adjust alkalinity and hardness in water treatment applications outside mining.