Product Description

ProductSodium Tetraborate
CAS1303-96-4
FormulaNa2B4O7.10H2O
SynonymBorax, Sodium Borate, Sodium Borate Decahydrate, Borax (B4Na2O7.10H2O)

Typical Product Specifications

Density1.73
pH9.5
Insolubilityin alcohol
Melting Point75 c
Odorodorless
Molecular weight381.37
Solubility16 ml water, 1 ml glycerol
Boiling Point320 c (becomes anhyd.)
Chemical StructureChemical Structure
Notes

Crosslinker; Maintains fluid viscosity as temperature increases in drilling fluids

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ClassInorganic Chemicals: Nitrates, Phosphates, Oxides & more, Industrial Chemicals
FunctionDrilling Fluid Additives, Cross-linking Agent, Viscosity Control, Fluid Control
IndustryIndustrial, Industrial Drilling, Oil and Gas Production, Drilling Fluid, Fracking, Hydraulic Fracturing
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