Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda) — COSMOS Approved

Sodium Bicarbonate, commonly known as baking soda or bicarbonate of soda, is one of the most versatile ingredients you can keep in stock. Our high-purity powder is supplied with full traceability and premium certifications including COSMOS approval by ECOCERT GREENLIFE — making it ideal for cosmetic, cleaning and household applications.

Best known as the partner to citric acid in bath bomb making — the two react together to create that classic fizz — sodium bicarbonate also has natural skin-softening, deodorising and water-softening properties. Supplied in resealable packaging to keep the powder dry and free-flowing. Available in sizes from 100g sample packs through to 25kg sacks for trade and bulk users.

Please note: this product is not stored or supplied for food use.

Common Uses

• Bath bombs & cosmetics — the essential base ingredient that fizzes when combined with citric acid
• Bath soaks — softens water and leaves skin feeling smooth and clean
• Cleaning — gentle abrasive for sinks, ovens, hobs and worktops; deodorises fridges, bins and carpets
• Laundry — boosts detergent performance and helps remove odours
• Personal care — base ingredient in homemade exfoliating scrubs and bath products
• Pet care — neutralises odours in litter trays, bedding and on carpets
• Water treatment — compliant with NF EN 898 standard

Product Specification

• Chemical name: Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate
• Molecular formula: NaHCO₃
• Molecular weight: 84 g/mol
• CAS number: 144-55-8
• EINECS number: 205-633-8
• REACH: 01-2119457606-32-0011
• E number: E500(ii)
• Total alkalinity (NaHCO₃): ≥ 99.0%
• pH (1% aqueous solution): 8.0 – 8.6
• Loss on drying (H₂O): ≤ 0.25%
• Heavy metals: ≤ 5 mg/kg
• Arsenic: ≤ 2 mg/kg · Lead: ≤ 2 mg/kg · Mercury: ≤ 1 mg/kg
• Appearance: White crystalline powder
• Odour: Odourless
• Solubility: Easily soluble in water
• CLP classification: Not classified (no hazard classification)

Certifications & Suitability

• COSMOS approved — verified by ECOCERT GREENLIFE for cosmetic use
• Food Chemicals Codex compliant
• NF EN 898 compliant (water treatment standard)
• Kosher certified
• Halal certified
• GMO-free, allergen-free, no TSE/BSE risk
• Manufactured under ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 & 50001

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place in a sealed container, sheltered from moisture. In long-term storage, compaction can cause mild caking — simply break up before use.