Borax Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- Sodium Tetraborate
- Disodium Tetraborate
Borax is sodium tetraborate supplied for industrial formulations and manufacturing processes in Malaysia. ChemTrade handles enquiries for buyers seeking the correct commercial form, specification and quantity for their application.
Commercial distinctions include sodium tetraborate decahydrate, sodium tetraborate pentahydrate and anhydrous sodium tetraborate. These forms contain different amounts of bound water and are also sold as borax decahydrate, borax pentahydrate and anhydrous borax, so buyers should identify the form named in their process specification.
Applications include industrial detergents, glass and ceramic manufacture, vitreous enamel, metalworking fluxes and selected process formulations. Borax remains separate from boric acid and other borates, which require their own product identity and specification.
Send the required hydrate form, grade or specification, quantity, intended use and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing and documentation are confirmed with the quotation.
- Grade
- decahydrate, pentahydrate, anhydrous
- Appearance
- white crystalline powder or granules, depending on hydrate form and grade
Borax grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium tetraborate decahydrate (borax decahydrate) | white crystalline powder or granules | — | Detergent formulations, general manufacturing and processes that specify the decahydrate form. | Confirmed with the quotation. |
| Sodium tetraborate pentahydrate (borax pentahydrate) | white crystalline powder or granules | — | Glass, ceramic, detergent and industrial formulations where a lower water-content hydrate is required. | Confirmed with the quotation. |
| Anhydrous sodium tetraborate (anhydrous borax) | white solid powder or granules | — | Glass, enamel, ceramic and high-temperature manufacturing processes that require an anhydrous material. | Confirmed with the quotation. |
How to buy borax from ChemTrade
Request a quote for borax
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical identity | sodium tetraborate | — |
| Commercial form | decahydrate, pentahydrate or anhydrous, as specified | — |
| Appearance | white crystalline powder or granules, depending on form | — |
Borax applications
Safety and handling
Keep sealed in a dry area and protect from moisture and contamination.
Common questions about borax
Is borax the same as sodium tetraborate?
Yes. Borax is the common trade name for sodium tetraborate. State the required hydrate form because commercial decahydrate, pentahydrate and anhydrous materials are not interchangeable in every process.
What is the difference between borax decahydrate and pentahydrate?
They are different hydrate forms of sodium tetraborate and contain different amounts of bound water. The suitable choice depends on the formulation, process temperature, dosing basis and specification used by the buyer.
When is anhydrous borax specified?
Anhydrous borax is commonly considered for glass, enamel, ceramic and other high-temperature manufacturing processes where the material's water content matters. Confirm the required form against the process specification before ordering.
Which details are needed for a borax quotation?
Send the hydrate form, required grade or specification, quantity, intended application and delivery location. These details allow the offered material, packing and documentation to be matched to the enquiry.
Can borax be quoted for detergent and manufacturing use?
Enquiries may cover detergent formulations, glass and ceramic production, metalworking processes and other manufacturing uses. Provide the application and required specification so the appropriate commercial form can be considered.
Is borax the same as boric acid?
No. Borax is sodium tetraborate, while boric acid is a separate chemical. Order each material by its correct name and specification rather than treating one as a grade of the other.