*Soda Ash Dense* $Na_2CO_3$
Also called: *Dense Soda Ash, Sodium Carbonate Dense*
### *1. Quick Facts*
**Property** **Detail**
**Appearance** White, heavy, free-flowing granules. No dust
**Purity** Usually **99.2% - 99.4%**
**Density** "Dense" = 0.9 - 1.2 g/cm3. Heavier than Light Soda Ash
**Job** Alkalinity + Flux + pH buffer
### *2. Soda Ash Dense vs Light*
**Type** **Density** **Best For** **Why**
**Dense Soda Ash** Heavy granules Glass, Detergent, Water treatment Less dust, flows well, dissolves slower
**Light Soda Ash** Light powder Chemical production, Food Dissolves very fast, more dust
For industry in Nigeria, *Dense is preferred* because it’s easier to handle and causes less waste.
### *3. Top Uses in Nigeria*
**Industry** **What it’s Used For**
**1. Detergent & Soap** #1 use. Builder in washing powder, bar soap.