Boric Acid

H₃BO₃ — Powder and granular technical grades. Used in glass manufacturing, ceramics, metallurgy, nuclear applications, and specialty industrial uses.

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Boric Acid

Boric Acid (H₃BO₃) is a white, odorless crystalline compound and one of the most important boron-containing industrial chemicals. It is used across a wide spectrum of industries including glass and fiberglass manufacturing, ceramics, metallurgy, nuclear technology, and specialty industrial applications. We supply boric acid in both powder and granular technical grades under the BOROLIFE brand.

Product Specifications

Chemical NameBoric Acid (Orthoboric Acid)
Chemical FormulaH₃BO₃
BrandBOROLIFE
AppearanceWhite crystalline solid
Forms AvailablePowder and Granular
GradeTechnical Grade
Purity≥ 99.5% H₃BO₃ (technical grade)
B₂O₃ Content≥ 56.3%
CAS Number10043-35-3
Molecular Weight61.83 g/mol
Solubility~4.7 g/100 ml at 20°C (increases with temperature)

Form Comparison

FormDescriptionPreferred For
Powder Fine white powder, high surface area, dissolves faster Chemical processes, solutions, glass batching where rapid dissolution is needed
Granular Coarser granules, reduced dust, easier handling Ceramics, metallurgy, applications where dust control is important

TDS & SDS Available

Technical Data Sheet and Safety Data Sheet available for verified B2B buyers upon request.

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Industrial Applications

Boric Acid is a multifunctional industrial chemical with applications across a wide range of manufacturing and specialty sectors.

  • Glass and fiberglass manufacturing (borosilicate glass)
  • Ceramics and glazes manufacturing
  • Enamel coatings for metals and appliances
  • Metallurgical fluxing in soldering and brazing
  • Nuclear technology — neutron absorption in reactor control
  • Jewellery and goldsmithing (borax flux)
  • Flame retardant for cellulosic materials (wood, paper, textiles)
  • Leather tanning and preservation
  • Electroplating bath additive
  • Fertilizer additive (boron micronutrient supplement)
  • Insecticide and wood preservative
  • pH buffer in laboratory and industrial settings

Packaging & Supply

Supplied in standard industrial packaging suitable for container load quantities.

Standard Bag Size

55 lb bags — BOROLIFE branded, poly-lined woven bags suitable for shipping and storage.

Minimum Order

Contact us for minimum order quantities. We supply in FCL, LCL, FTL, and LTL quantities.

Labeling

Products are supplied with BOROLIFE brand labeling. Custom labeling may be available — contact us to discuss.

WARNING (California Prop 65): This product contains Boric Acid, a chemical known to the State of California to cause reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, protected from moisture. Keep bags sealed when not in use. Boric Acid is hygroscopic and may cake if exposed to humidity. Refer to SDS for complete safety instructions.

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