Description
Borax pentahydrate is a versatile chemical with uses in household cleaning (as a detergent booster and stain remover), agriculture (as a boron fertilizer for plants), industrial applications (such as glass, ceramic, and fiberglass manufacturing, and as a metallurgy flux), and as a fire retardant. It also functions as a mild antiseptic, a preservative, an insecticide, and a cross-linking agent in products like slime.
Household Uses
- Cleaning: It enhances laundry detergents, softens water, and acts as a general cleaner and deodorizer, helping to remove stains and grime.
- Pest Control: It can be used as an insecticide to control ants and cockroaches.
- Agriculture: It supplies essential boron to crops as a micronutrient fertilizer, promoting healthier growth and increased yields.
- Biocides: It serves as a wood preservative and fungicide, protecting against decay and insect infestations.
