What is Tech Grade Sodium Bicarbonate?
Definition and Composition
Tech grade sodium bicarbonate, chemically written as NaHCO₃, is a slightly alkaline compound primarily used in industrial and technical applications. While it shares the same molecular structure as food-grade sodium bicarbonate, tech grade is manufactured with different purity standards tailored for non-food uses. It is cost-effective and ideal for environments that don’t require food or pharmaceutical certification.
This form of sodium bicarbonate appears as a white crystalline or powdered substance and functions as a buffer, neutralizer, cleaning agent, and pH stabilizer. Due to its reliable chemical stability and broad compatibility with other substances, it plays a significant role in industrial operations where consistency and efficiency are paramount.
How It Differs From Food and Pharma Grades
The main difference lies in purity levels and contamination thresholds. Tech grade sodium bicarbonate may contain trace impurities that are acceptable in non-consumable applications but are not permitted in food or pharmaceutical formulations. These differences affect the cost, making tech grade more economical for industries that don’t require ultra-pure compositions.
It’s essential to source tech grade sodium bicarbonate from a reputable supplier like New Indureg Chemicals, who provides transparent specification sheets and guarantees regulatory compliance for industrial use.
New Indureg Chemicals – Belgium’s Leading Industrial Supplier
Who We Are
New Indureg Chemicals is one of Belgium’s top-tier distributors of industrial chemicals, including tech grade sodium bicarbonate. With years of experience in servicing sectors like energy, manufacturing, water treatment, and chemical processing, we offer reliable supply solutions tailored to business needs.
Our infrastructure supports high-volume shipments, and we collaborate with trusted global manufacturers to ensure only quality-certified chemicals reach your production floor.
Why Industries Choose New Indureg for Tech Grade Chemicals
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EU-Standard Compliance: We maintain strict quality control to ensure every batch meets industrial-grade standards.
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Bulk Availability: We support bulk packaging—from 25 kg bags to tonnage shipments—with consistent inventory.
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Flexible Logistics: Fast, regional delivery across Belgium and EU territories with real-time tracking.
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Technical Support: Every order comes with full documentation, including Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Technical Data Sheets (TDS).
When you partner with New Indureg Chemicals, you gain more than a supplier—you get a logistics partner and chemical consultant rolled into one.
Key Industrial Applications of Tech Grade Sodium Bicarbonate
Flue Gas Treatment in Power Plants
Tech grade sodium bicarbonate is a game-changer in environmental management, particularly in flue gas treatment systems. In coal- or biomass-powered plants, sodium bicarbonate is injected into the flue gas stream to neutralize sulfur dioxide (SO₂), hydrogen chloride (HCl), and other acidic emissions.
Once heated, the bicarbonate breaks down to form sodium carbonate, which reacts with the acid gases and forms neutral, solid by-products that are then filtered out. This process, known as dry sorbent injection (DSI), is cost-effective and efficient for emission reduction.
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Advantages:
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Low environmental footprint
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Easy disposal of by-products
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Minimal equipment wear due to low abrasiveness
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Use in Fire Extinguishers and Fire Safety Systems
Sodium bicarbonate is a critical ingredient in Class B and C dry chemical fire extinguishers. When exposed to heat, it releases CO₂ gas, which smothers fires involving flammable liquids or electrical equipment.
Tech grade sodium bicarbonate’s thermal decomposition provides rapid suppression, making it vital in:
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Emergency response kits
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Industrial fire suppression systems
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Portable extinguishers for electrical rooms
New Indureg Chemicals supplies fire-grade formulations to extinguisher manufacturers and facility safety managers across Belgium and neighboring regions.
Role in Manufacturing and Production Lines
Surface Treatment and Metal Finishing
In the metal finishing industry, sodium bicarbonate is used for cleaning, degreasing, and removing oxidation from surfaces without damaging the metal underneath. Its non-corrosive, abrasive-free nature makes it perfect for preparing surfaces before painting or coating.
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Suitable for stainless steel, aluminum, and alloys
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Used in blasting cabinets and ultrasonic cleaning systems
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Leaves no toxic residues or chemical burns
Chemical Processing and pH Control
In chemical manufacturing, sodium bicarbonate acts as a buffering agent to stabilize pH during reactions. It’s particularly useful in dye production, textile treatment, and detergent manufacturing.
Tech grade NaHCO₃ helps maintain optimal pH ranges during critical processes, improving product yield and minimizing waste or defective output.
Safety, Handling, and Packaging Standards
Storage Recommendations
Though sodium bicarbonate is generally stable and non-hazardous, proper handling ensures long-term efficacy and worker safety. Here are key storage guidelines:
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Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas
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Keep away from moisture to avoid clumping or decomposition
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Use sealed containers to maintain purity and prevent contamination
At New Indureg, all products are shipped in moisture-resistant, labeled containers with clear batch tracking.
Custom Packaging and Bulk Delivery Solutions
We understand that industries have varying operational scales. That’s why New Indureg Chemicals offers:
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25 kg industrial-grade bags
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500 kg – 1-tonne jumbo bags
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Palletized or containerized delivery
Our supply chain specialists coordinate with your operations team to ensure on-time, secure delivery, minimizing downtime and boosting productivity.
