Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda, NaHCO₃ ≥99%) — China Supplier & Exporter | Food & Industrial Grade

Jinan ZZ International Trade Co., Ltd. is a professional Sodium Bicarbonate supplier from China, exporting high-purity NaHCO₃ (≥99%) in both food grade and industrial grade to buyers in over 30 countries. Sodium Bicarbonate — commonly known as Baking Soda — is a white crystalline powder with a wide range of applications in food processing, flue gas desulfurization, animal feed, pharmaceuticals, fire suppression, and personal care. We offer stable supply, strict quality control, and competitive bulk pricing with full export documentation.

What Is Sodium Bicarbonate?

Sodium Bicarbonate (NaHCO₃), also known as Baking Soda, Bicarbonate of Soda, or Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate, is a mild alkaline inorganic salt. It appears as a white, odorless crystalline powder that is freely soluble in water, producing a mildly alkaline solution (pH ~8.3 at 1%). It decomposes upon heating above ~50°C, releasing carbon dioxide (CO₂) and water — a property that makes it an effective leavening agent in baking and a reactive agent in flue gas treatment.

Sodium bicarbonate is closely related to Soda Ash (Sodium Carbonate, Na₂CO₃) but is significantly milder and safer to handle. It is produced industrially by the Solvay process (carbonation of sodium carbonate solution) or by direct carbonation of sodium hydroxide. China is one of the world's largest producers of sodium bicarbonate.

CAS Number: 144-55-8 | HS Code: 2836.30 | Molecular Formula: NaHCO₃ | Molecular Weight: 84.01 g/mol | Also known as: Baking Soda, Bicarbonate of Soda, Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate

Product Specifications

• Product Name: Sodium Bicarbonate

• CAS No.: 144-55-8

• Molecular Formula: NaHCO₃

• NaHCO₃ Content: ≥99.0%

• Loss on Drying: ≤0.20%

• Chloride (as Cl): ≤0.40%

• Iron (Fe): ≤0.005%

• Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤0.0005% (food grade)

• Arsenic (As): ≤0.0001% (food grade)

• pH (1% solution): 8.3–8.8

• Appearance: White crystalline powder

• Bulk Density: ~0.85–1.0 g/cm³

• Decomposition Temperature: ~50°C (begins); complete at ~270°C

• Origin: China (Shandong Province)

Both food grade and industrial grade available. Custom particle size and specifications upon request.

Sodium Bicarbonate vs. Soda Ash vs. Caustic Soda — Key Differences

• Sodium Bicarbonate (NaHCO₃, pH ~8.3): Mildest alkalinity. Decomposes with heat releasing CO₂. Safe for food, feed, and pharmaceutical use. Used for leavening, flue gas treatment, and antacids.

• Soda Ash / Sodium Carbonate (Na₂CO₃, pH ~11.5): Moderate alkalinity. Stable to heat. Used in glass manufacturing, detergents, and water treatment. Not suitable for direct food use at high concentrations.

• Caustic Soda / Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH, pH ~14): Strongest alkalinity. Highly corrosive. Used in chemical manufacturing, pulp and paper, and soap making. Requires strict safety precautions.

Applications of Sodium Bicarbonate

1. Food Industry — Leavening Agent (E500ii)

Food-grade sodium bicarbonate (E500ii) is the classic chemical leavening agent in baking. When heated or combined with an acid (cream of tartar, buttermilk, vinegar), it releases CO₂ gas, causing dough and batter to rise. Key food applications:

• Bread, cakes, biscuits, and cookies: Primary leavening agent in quick breads and baked goods not using yeast

• Baking powder component: Combined with an acid (cream of tartar or sodium aluminum sulfate) and a starch to form baking powder

• Noodle and pasta production: Used in alkaline noodle production (e.g., ramen) to improve texture, color, and flavor

• Meat processing: Used as a tenderizer and pH adjuster in meat marination

• Beverage carbonation: Used in effervescent tablets and powdered drink mixes

• Cocoa processing (Dutch process): Used to alkalize cocoa powder, reducing acidity and darkening color

2. Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) — Environmental Protection

Industrial-grade sodium bicarbonate is one of the most effective dry sorbents for flue gas desulfurization (FGD) and acid gas removal in industrial emissions control. When injected as a fine powder into hot flue gas streams, it decomposes and reacts with SO₂, HCl, and HF:

• SO₂ removal: 2NaHCO₃ + SO₂ → Na₂SO₃ + H₂O + 2CO₂ (and further oxidation to Na₂SO₄)

• HCl removal: NaHCO₃ + HCl → NaCl + H₂O + CO₂

• HF removal: NaHCO₃ + HF → NaF + H₂O + CO₂

Advantages of sodium bicarbonate for FGD include: high reactivity (especially when thermally activated), no wastewater generation (dry process), simple operation, and suitability for retrofitting existing plants. It is widely used in waste incineration plants, cement kilns, glass furnaces, and coal-fired power plants.

3. Animal Feed — Rumen Buffer & Feed Additive

Feed-grade sodium bicarbonate is widely used as a rumen buffer and feed additive in dairy cattle, beef cattle, and poultry nutrition:

• Rumen pH buffering in dairy cows: High-grain diets produce excess lactic acid in the rumen, causing subacute ruminal acidosis (SARA) — a major cause of reduced milk production and health problems. Sodium bicarbonate buffers rumen pH, maintaining optimal conditions for fiber digestion and milk fat synthesis.

• Milk fat improvement: Supplementing dairy cow diets with NaHCO₃ (typically 0.5–1.5% of dry matter) consistently improves milk fat percentage

• Poultry heat stress management: Sodium bicarbonate supplementation helps maintain blood pH and electrolyte balance in broilers and layers during heat stress, improving performance and egg quality

• Sodium source: Provides dietary sodium without the chloride load of sodium chloride (salt)

4. Pharmaceutical Industry — Antacid & Excipient

• Antacid: Sodium bicarbonate is one of the oldest and most effective antacids, rapidly neutralizing stomach acid (HCl): NaHCO₃ + HCl → NaCl + H₂O + CO₂. Used in OTC antacid tablets, powders, and effervescent formulations.

• Urinary alkalizer: Used to alkalinize urine in the treatment of urinary tract infections and to prevent uric acid kidney stones

• IV sodium bicarbonate: Used in emergency medicine to treat metabolic acidosis and certain drug overdoses

• Pharmaceutical excipient: Used as a buffering agent, effervescent agent, and tablet disintegrant in pharmaceutical formulations

• Hemodialysis: Used as a bicarbonate buffer in dialysate solutions for kidney dialysis

5. Fire Suppression — Dry Chemical Extinguisher

Sodium bicarbonate is the active agent in BC-type dry chemical fire extinguishers, effective against Class B (flammable liquids) and Class C (electrical) fires. When discharged, the powder decomposes in the heat of the fire, releasing CO₂ and water vapor that smother the flame and interrupt the combustion chain reaction. It is also used in kitchen hood fire suppression systems for commercial cooking equipment.

6. Water Treatment

• pH adjustment: Used to raise pH in acidic water treatment systems and swimming pools

• Alkalinity increase: Raises total alkalinity in swimming pools and aquaculture ponds, stabilizing pH and improving water quality

• Boiler water treatment: Used as a mild alkalizing agent in low-pressure boiler water

7. Personal Care & Cleaning

• Toothpaste: Used as a mild abrasive and whitening agent in toothpaste formulations

• Deodorant: Used as an odor neutralizer in natural deodorant products

• Household cleaning: Used as a mild abrasive cleaner and deodorizer for kitchen and bathroom surfaces

• Laundry: Used as a laundry booster to soften water and improve detergent performance

Packaging & Storage

• Standard Packaging: 25 kg PP woven bags with inner PE liner

• Other Options: 50 kg bags, 1,000 kg jumbo bags (FIBC), bulk shipment

• Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated warehouse. Keep away from moisture, acids, and high temperatures. Sodium bicarbonate slowly decomposes above 50°C — avoid storage near heat sources. Keep containers tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and CO₂ loss.

• Safety: Sodium bicarbonate is non-toxic and generally recognized as safe (GRAS). It is mildly irritating to eyes and respiratory tract in dust form. Handle with standard PPE (gloves, goggles) when handling large quantities. Full MSDS/SDS available upon request.

• Shelf Life: 2 years under proper sealed storage conditions

Why Source Sodium Bicarbonate from Jinan ZZ International Trade?

• ✅ 15+ years of industrial chemical export experience (est. 2007)

• ✅ Exports to 30+ countries across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and South America

• ✅ Both food grade and industrial grade available

• ✅ Strict quality control: pre-shipment inspection, batch testing, third-party inspection available

• ✅ Competitive bulk pricing per ton with flexible payment terms (T/T, L/C)

• ✅ Full export documentation: COA, MSDS, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin

• ✅ Fast response — typical reply within 24 hours

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda) used for?
A: NaHCO₃ is used as a food leavening agent (E500ii) in baking; as a dry sorbent for flue gas desulfurization (SO₂, HCl, HF removal); as a rumen buffer and feed additive for dairy cattle and poultry; as a pharmaceutical antacid and urinary alkalizer; as the active agent in BC-type fire extinguishers; and for water pH adjustment and personal care products.

Q2: What is the CAS number of Sodium Bicarbonate?
A: CAS 144-55-8. Molecular formula: NaHCO₃. Molecular weight: 84.01 g/mol. Also known as Baking Soda, Bicarbonate of Soda, or Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate. HS Code: 2836.30.

Q3: What is the difference between Sodium Bicarbonate and Soda Ash?
A: Sodium Bicarbonate (NaHCO₃) is milder (pH ~8.3), decomposes with heat releasing CO₂, and is safe for food, feed, and pharmaceutical use. Soda Ash (Na₂CO₃) is more alkaline (pH ~11.5), thermally stable, and used in glass manufacturing, detergents, and water treatment. Both are available from Jinan ZZ International Trade.

Q4: Why is Sodium Bicarbonate used in flue gas desulfurization?
A: When injected as fine powder into hot flue gas, NaHCO₃ thermally decomposes and reacts with acidic gases (SO₂, HCl, HF), neutralizing them and forming harmless sodium salts. It is a dry process — no wastewater is generated. It is highly reactive, especially when thermally activated, and is widely used in waste incineration, cement, and glass industries.

Q5: Why is Sodium Bicarbonate added to dairy cow feed?
A: High-grain dairy diets produce excess lactic acid in the rumen, causing subacute ruminal acidosis (SARA). Sodium bicarbonate buffers rumen pH, maintaining optimal conditions for fiber digestion and milk fat synthesis. Supplementation at 0.5–1.5% of dry matter consistently improves milk fat percentage and overall cow health.

Q6: Is your Sodium Bicarbonate food grade?
A: Yes. We supply both food-grade NaHCO₃ (meeting GB 1887 and FCC/USP standards) and industrial-grade. Please specify your required grade and application when inquiring.

Q7: What is the difference between Baking Soda and Baking Powder?
A: Baking Soda is pure sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO₃) — it requires an acid in the recipe to activate and release CO₂. Baking Powder is a mixture of baking soda, an acid (cream of tartar or sodium aluminum sulfate), and a starch — it is self-activating with moisture and heat. Jinan ZZ International Trade supplies food-grade baking soda (NaHCO₃) for industrial food processing.

Q8: What is the current Sodium Bicarbonate price per ton?
A: Prices vary with soda ash and CO₂ raw material costs. Please contact us directly for the latest FOB or CIF price per ton.