Soda Ash Dense FCC (Food Grade) – A Versatile Alkali with a Clean, Trusted Profile

Soda Ash Dense FCC (Food Grade) might not be something you think about every day, but it quietly plays an essential role in a lot of the things we consume or use. It’s a free-flowing white powder—pretty unassuming at first glance—but its utility in food, beverage, and industrial applications is hard to overstate.

This form of sodium carbonate, meeting strict FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) standards, is more than just a chemical compound. It’s a trusted workhorse in the background, keeping our water treated and our food balanced.

What Exactly Is Soda Ash Dense FCC?

Soda Ash Dense—formally sodium carbonate (Na₂CO₃)—is a white, granular or powdered substance that dissolves easily in water. Sounds simple enough. But in its FCC-grade form, it’s held to higher purity standards, making it safe for food contact. You’ll often find it acting as a leavening agent, or helping to balance pH levels in drinks. In manufacturing settings, it’s just as useful: valued for its buffering power and low contamination risk.

You might also hear it referred to as:

• Dense Sodium Carbonate
• Food Grade Soda Ash
• Washing Soda (a bit old-school, but still common)

Where Is It Used?

The list is long. Honestly, you might be surprised at how many sectors rely on this compound. Let’s break it down a bit.

• Food Processing: Used in baked goods, cocoa-based snacks, even fizzy sherbets. It acts as a neutralising agent and helps manage acidity.
• Beverages: Especially in soft drinks and mineral waters, it fine-tunes acidity for taste and shelf life.
• Water Treatment: Municipal systems and industrial operations alike use it to boost pH levels safely.
• Detergent Manufacturing: It enhances cleaning performance and stabilizes the formulation.
• Pharmaceuticals: It quietly buffers and stabilizes various medical formulas—nothing flashy, but very necessary.

And compared to light soda ash? This dense version has some perks: less dust, better flowability, and generally easier to handle—especially in bulk.

Why Choose Ours?

If you’re sourcing soda ash dense in Australia, and especially if you need food-grade, it’s worth going with a supplier who understands the quality bar. We’re not just another vendor—we understand compliance, reliability, and the logistical headache that inconsistent supply can cause.

• Bulk and custom packaging available
• Local pickup in Perth + shipping across all Australian states
• COA (Certificate of Analysis) and SDS on request
• Fast turnaround—we don’t like delays either

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Specifications & Safe Handling

• CAS Number: 497-19-8
• Appearance: White granular powder
• Odour: Odourless
• Solubility: Easily soluble in water
• pH (1% solution): 11.4
• Density: Approx. 2.5–2.7 g/cm³
• Melting Point: Decomposes at high temperatures
• Reactivity: Avoid acids—reaction may release carbon dioxide

Storage & PPE Guidelines

Always store Soda Ash Dense in a cool, dry place, far from moisture and any acidic substances. If you’re handling large quantities, don’t skip the PPE—gloves, goggles, and a dust mask go a long way. Inhaling the dust? Not recommended.

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Whether you need just a few kilos for small-batch food production, or you’re sourcing by the tonne for industrial use, we’re ready. We handle bulk and custom orders with the same attention to quality and timeliness.

Based in Perth? We offer local pickup. Not in WA? No problem—we ship Australia-wide.

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