{"product_id":"soda-ash-grade-100-natural-10-pounds-rmsodash100","title":"Soda Ash, Grade 100","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rm-testing-statement\" style=\"border:2px solid #8a5a00;border-radius:6px;padding:12px 16px;margin:16px 0;background:#fdf6e3;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou must test before you use it, at any scale.\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw materials, mined or man-made, are not consistent. Color, strength, particle size and chemistry can change from one bag to the next and from one supplier to another, even when the name on the bag stays the same. Before you use this material in a glaze, slip or clay body of any size, mix a small test batch, fire it on your own clay in your own kiln, and check the results.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"229\"\u003eWhat is Soda Ash\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"775\"\u003eSoda ash is the trade-name for \u003cstrong data-start=\"261\" data-end=\"290\"\u003esodium carbonate (Na₂CO₃)\u003c\/strong\u003e — an inorganic, white, odorless, crystalline or powdered alkali. Historically derived from plant ashes (hence “ash”) and still produced today by refining trona ore or via synthetic chemical processes.  Chemically it dissolves in water to form a strongly alkaline solution, making it a powerful flux, pH-adjuster and deflocculant in many industrial and ceramic contexts. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003eRefined sodium carbonate (Na₂CO₃) in a highly pure, granulated or powdered form. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ansac.com\/products\/about-soda-ash\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.ansac.com\/products\/about-soda-ash\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"-me-1 flex h-full items-center rounded-full px-1 text-[#8F8F8F]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003eActs as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003eflux\u003c\/strong\u003e in glaze and glass contexts: by introducing the sodium oxide (Na₂O) component, soda ash lowers melting points and enhances fluidity in silica-based systems. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003eFunctions as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003edeflocculant\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003erheology modifier\u003c\/strong\u003e in ceramic slips and casting bodies — helping to maintain fluidity, reduce settling and control casting performance. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003eEnables advanced surface effects through \u003cstrong data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003esoda-firing techniques\u003c\/strong\u003e in pottery: when introduced into a kiln atmosphere or applied to bisque, sodium vapour interacts with silica\/alumina surfaces to yield unique textures, flashing, and “orange peel” effects. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1920\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003eFormat optimized for studio use: convenient for material formulation, glaze labs, ceramic educators and creative potters aiming for consistent control and repeatability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2122\"\u003eTypical Applications of Soda Ash\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2852\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2236\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2236\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2160\"\u003eGlaze formulation \u0026amp; body design\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use soda ash for formulating sodium-rich glazes, frits or flux packages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2239\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2239\" data-end=\"2267\"\u003eCasting\/slip preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Incorporate into slip recipes to fine-tune flow and deflocculation behaviour in casting molds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2534\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2534\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2401\"\u003eSoda kiln or soda\/fume firing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Apply soda ash via solution spray, brine dip or direct application in kiln to generate sodium vapour and reactive glaze surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2535\" data-end=\"2652\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2537\" data-end=\"2652\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2537\" data-end=\"2572\"\u003eExperimental surface treatments\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use for creating dynamic, reactive surfaces in stoneware and high-fire work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2653\" data-end=\"2852\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2655\" data-end=\"2852\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2655\" data-end=\"2691\"\u003eIndustrial\/ceramic raw materials\u003c\/strong\u003e: Although your focus is studio ceramics, it also feeds into glass, detergent, metallurgical and water-treatment sectors. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.etisoda.com\/en\/soda-ash-used\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.etisoda.com\/en\/soda-ash-used\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"-me-1 flex h-full items-center rounded-full px-1 text-[#8F8F8F]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2859\" data-end=\"2890\"\u003eTechnical \u0026amp; Handling Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"3783\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"3019\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2893\" data-end=\"3019\"\u003eChemical formula: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2911\" data-end=\"2921\"\u003eNa₂CO₃\u003c\/strong\u003e (sodium carbonate) — anhydrous or lightly hydrated forms. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/byjus.com\/chemistry\/soda-ash\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" alt=\"https:\/\/byjus.com\/chemistry\/soda-ash\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"-me-1 flex h-full items-center rounded-full px-1 text-[#8F8F8F]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3020\" data-end=\"3129\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3022\" data-end=\"3129\"\u003eAppearance: White granular or powder form, odorless, water-soluble.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3130\" data-end=\"3276\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3132\" data-end=\"3276\"\u003eSolubility: Highly soluble in water; forms alkaline solution (pH ~11 for 1 % solution) when dissolved. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3277\" data-end=\"3372\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3279\" data-end=\"3372\"\u003eStorage: Keep in a cool, dry place, sealed container to prevent moisture uptake and caking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3373\" data-end=\"3561\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3375\" data-end=\"3561\"\u003eSafety: While not highly hazardous, sodium carbonate is alkaline and can cause irritation to skin\/eyes. Use gloves and eye protection when handling powder and avoid inhaling fine dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3562\" data-end=\"3783\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3564\" data-end=\"3783\"\u003eNote for ceramic use: Because it is water-soluble, soda ash is \u003cstrong data-start=\"3627\" data-end=\"3682\"\u003enot normally used as a direct Na₂O source in glazes\u003c\/strong\u003e, unless captured in a frit — it tends to migrate or leach. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/sodium%2Bcarbonate?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" alt=\"https:\/\/digitalfire.com\/material\/sodium%2Bcarbonate?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"-me-1 flex h-full items-center rounded-full px-1 text-[#8F8F8F]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3790\" data-end=\"3820\"\u003eWhy Choose This Product?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3821\" data-end=\"4166\"\u003eWhether you’re a studio potter, glaze lab technician or ceramic instructor, this soda ash offers cost-effective, consistent and high-purity performance. Use it to elevate your glaze chemistry, fine-tune slip behaviour or explore reactive soda-firing surfaces. It’s a flexible raw material for anyone serious about craft, formulation and results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4173\" data-end=\"4241\"\u003eUse \u0026amp; Application Tips (Staff-College style “Order of Battle”)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"4242\" data-end=\"5567\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4242\" data-end=\"4418\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4245\" data-end=\"4418\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4245\" data-end=\"4268\"\u003eRecon \u0026amp; Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Review your glaze or slip formulation. Determine how introducing sodium will shift behaviour (fluxing speed, gloss, adherence, thermal expansion).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4419\" data-end=\"4784\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4422\" data-end=\"4784\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4422\" data-end=\"4436\"\u003eDeployment\u003c\/strong\u003e: For slips: add soda ash at low percentages (e.g., ~0.1-0.3% by weight of dry body) along with sodium silicate to achieve deflocculation. For glazes\/firing: dissolve in warm\/hot water for spraying or apply as a “wash” for soda effect. (Many potters use ~1 lb soda ash per gallon hot water for soda spray). \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4785\" data-end=\"5027\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4788\" data-end=\"5027\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4788\" data-end=\"4802\"\u003eMonitoring\u003c\/strong\u003e: Track changes in casting time, slip settling, glaze draw-down and fired surface characteristics. Because sodium oxide is highly reactive, adjust other fluxes or silica levels accordingly to avoid over-melting or crawling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5028\" data-end=\"5282\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5031\" data-end=\"5282\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5031\" data-end=\"5059\"\u003eAfter-Action Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Store remaining soda ash dry, label clearly (“technical grade sodium carbonate – for ceramic raw material use”), maintain MSDS on file. Clean tools and containers to prevent sodium contamination in unintended processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5283\" data-end=\"5567\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5286\" data-end=\"5567\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5286\" data-end=\"5311\"\u003eContingency \/ Scaling\u003c\/strong\u003e: Keep sample batches and test charts before full scale. If shifting from small studio batches to large runs, monitor kiln lining wear (sodium vapours can affect kiln bricks over time) and ventilation requirements. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Sheffield Pottery","offers":[{"title":"1 Pound","offer_id":67286211428723,"sku":"RMSODASH100-1","price":1.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Pounds","offer_id":67286211461491,"sku":"RMSODASH100-5","price":7.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Pounds","offer_id":45113748947266,"sku":"RMSODASH100","price":14.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Pounds","offer_id":67286211494259,"sku":"RMSODASH100-25","price":33.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 Pounds","offer_id":67286211527027,"sku":"RMSODASH10050","price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/5508\/2050\/files\/71602jZg7hL._AC_UF1000_1000_QL80_bf8ee81c-3195-47ec-ae9c-f649bf4395cf.jpg?v=1791876724","url":"https:\/\/www.sheffield-pottery.live\/products\/soda-ash-grade-100-natural-10-pounds-rmsodash100","provider":"Sheffield Pottery Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}