Description

Glauberite is a naturally occurring evaporite mineral primarily composed of sodium calcium sulfate. This compound is a significant industrial raw material valued for its role as a precursor in the production of sodium sulfate and other inorganic chemicals. It is essential for manufacturers in the chemical processing, detergent, glass, and textile industries seeking a reliable and consistent mineral feedstock.

Application

• Primary Raw Material for Sodium Sulfate: The predominant industrial use, where it is processed to yield anhydrous sodium sulfate (salt cake).
• Glass Manufacturing: Acts as a fining agent to remove small air bubbles from molten glass, improving clarity and quality.
• Detergent & Soap Industry: Serves as a processing aid and filler in powdered detergent formulations.
• Textile Processing: Used in dyeing and printing processes as a leveling agent to promote even color distribution.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a starting material or intermediate in various inorganic chemical production processes.
• Pulp & Paper Industry: Utilized in the kraft process for pulp production.
• Construction Materials: Can be incorporated into certain specialty cements and building materials.
• Laboratory & Research: Used in geological and chemical research as a standard or reference material.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glauberite
CAS No.	13767-89-0
Molecular Formula	Na2Ca(SO4)2
Molecular Weight	278.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Calcium Sulfate; Calcium Sodium Sulfate; Glauber's Salt (related mineral); Thenardite (related mineral); Na2Ca(SO4)2; Disodium Calcium Disulfate; Evaporite Mineral
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Glauberite is sourced and processed to meet stringent quality parameters for industrial applications. We employ rigorous quality testing protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency, purity, and compliance with relevant industrial specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (as Na2Ca(SO4)2)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Particle Size (Typical)	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.