Sodium Metasilicate

Other names: Sodium metasilicate

Sodium metasilicate, also known as sodium metasilicate, is a chemical with the general formula Na2SiO3. It is a white crystalline powder that is soluble in water and acids but insoluble in alcohol. This substance is a common ingredient in various industrial products, especially in the cleaning, construction and ceramic industries.

In the cleaning and maintenance industry, sodium metasilicate is often used as the main ingredient in various cleaners and degreasers due to its ability to react with grease and grime and cause them to break down. It is also used in laundry where it acts as an effective water softener. In ceramic manufacturing, high quality ceramic products are produced using sodium metasilicate. This substance is also used in the bonding and construction industries, where it serves as a basic ingredient in certain types of cement and adhesives. Another area of use is in the cosmetics industry, where its use is subject to strict regulations. Sodium metasilicate is also a component of some brandy used to protect and maintain wood.