Sodium Bicarbonate (NaHCO3) CAS NO. : 144-55-8 1. Industrial Application Of Sodium Bicarbonate Sr. No. Name of Industry Use Benefit 1 Food and Beverage Industry Leavening agent in baking Provides light, airy texture in baked goods 2 Pharmaceuticals Antacid for treating heartburn and indigestion Neutralizes stomach acid 3 Cleaning Products Key ingredient in household cleaning products Acts as a gentle abrasive and deodorizer 4 Agriculture Industry Feed additive for livestock Improves digestion and nutrient absorption 5 Fire Extinguishers Component in dry chemical fire extinguishers Effectively extinguishes small fires 6 Personal Care Ingredient in toothpaste and deodorants Acts as a mild abrasive and neutralizes odors 7 Water Treatment pH balancing agent Maintains and adjusts pH levels in water systems 8 Textile Industry Dyeing and finishing processes Regulates pH and enhances dye uptake 9 Chemical Industry Buffering agent and reactant Stabilizes pH and participates in chemical reactions 10 Leather Industry Neutralizing agent in leather tanning Ensures proper pH levels and smooth finish in leather products 11 Rubber and Plastics Blowing agent in rubber and plastic production Helps in creating lightweight and foamed materials