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This section provides an overview for sodium as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 23 sodium manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked sodium companies as of December, 2024: 1.YSI Inc., 2.MilliporeSigma, 3.Jost Chemical.
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Sodium, an alkali metal with the atomic number 11 and symbol Na, is known for its high reactivity. Its atomic weight is 22.99. Sodium is commonly found in nature in the form of sodium chloride (table salt), carbonates, and nitrates, and is produced industrially through the electrolysis of molten salts.
Due to its reactivity, sodium serves as a reducing agent or catalyst in metal refining processes. Its low melting point and good thermal conductivity make it suitable as a coolant in fast-breeder nuclear reactors. Sodium lamps, utilized in highway and tunnel lighting, along with its use in soap, highlight its presence in daily life. Additionally, it plays a crucial role in maintaining normal muscle and nerve function in the human body.
Sodium is a soft, silvery-white metal with a melting point of 98°C and a boiling point of 883°C. It is lighter than water, with a specific gravity of 0.97. Sodium reacts explosively with water, acids, and bases, and oxidizes in air, requiring storage in kerosene to prevent reaction.
At room temperature, sodium adopts a body-centered cubic structure with an electron configuration of [Ne] 3s1. It transforms under high pressure, becoming transparent. Sodium has 20 known isotopes, but only 23Na is stable, with 22Na and 24Na occasionally detected in rainwater.
Sodium is primarily produced via electrolysis of molten salt, using either the Castner or Downs' process. The Castner process electrolyzes sodium hydroxide, while the Downs process uses sodium chloride, potentially with calcium chloride or potassium chloride to lower the melting point.
Sodium's interaction with water forms hydrogen gas and sodium hydroxide. It can also form sodium hydride when heated with hydrogen and reacts with alcohols, phenols, and carboxylic acids to produce alkoxides. Sodium's reduction properties facilitate the extraction of metals like titanium, thorium, tantalum, and zirconium.
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YSI, Yellow Springs Instruments is a manufacturer and supplier of water measurement solutions based in Ohio since 1948. The company produces a range of water measurement solutions such as Aquaculture Process Monitors, Sensors, Colorimeters, Photometers, Gas Chromatography Equipment, and more, catering to environmental surveillance, laboratory assessments, and industrial procedures, helping with measuring pH levels, dissolved oxygen, nitrate concentrations, algae presence, and various other parameters. They also encompass underwater and surface vehicles to facilitate surveys for industries like Aquaculture, Ocean and Coastal, Irrigational canals and Turnouts, and Ports and Harbors, The products also cater to Life sciences, Food and beverages, and more.
Rhino Steel Doors, established in 2017 and based in Nagpur, Maharashtra, India, is a manufacturer of doors and steel windows. The company produces products such as steel pivot doors, steel glass doors, steel partitions, iron doors, and steel bifold doors and supplies to contractors, architects, and homeowners. All the products produced are distributed in different locations in the US and North America. The quality control standards are followed while designing and producing the products. Besides this, the company also delivers hand-made steel fabrication, residential pivot doors, patio bifold doors, and steel glass room dividers.
Based in St Louis, U.S.A. , Jost Chemical Co. is a privately held firm that makes minerals and high-purity inorganic specialty chemicals. They were established in 1985 by Jerry Jost who was a chemical engineer. They have a diverse catalog of over 150 products which include carbonates, gluconates, lactates, and citrates, among others. They manufacture and sell to over 60 countries as a provider to the pharmaceutical, nutritional, food, reagent, and other specialty markets.
ALB Technology Limited, headquartered in Nevada, USA, is a manufacturer, supplier and distributor of reference standards, health ingredients, antibody drug conjugates, and special chemicals. Its product categories include reference standards with verified purity and structure, antibody drug conjugates, chemical reagents, sodium hyaluronate, and special chemicals, serving various industries like pharmaceutical, agrochemical, food, and feed additives. The compaany plays a significant role in providing essential materials for research and engineering applications globally.
Hawkins, Inc. is a publicly owned company founded in 1938 and headquartered in Roseville, Minnesota. The company is a formulator, manufacturer, blender, distributor, and sales agent for thousands of industrial and reagent grade laboratory chemicals sold to municipalities and businesses. The company’s primary customers are in water treatment, manufacturing, food & dairy, and laboratory research. The company offers pre and after-market support including delivery special arrangements for unusual products as well as specialized delivery timing options to customers across the United States.
Viterra Magdeburg GmbH, established in 1993 and based in Sachsen-Anhalt, Germany, is a manufacturer and producer of rapeseed meal and glycerin. The company produces products such as biodiesel, glycerin, rapeseed oils, and rapeseed meal for the feed and food markets in Europe. It is also a biodiesel producer and a marketer and processor of grains, oil seeds, and legumes. The company operates in 37 countries and performs internal and external audits to improve quality. It produces the products by following the ISO 9001 and ISO 22000 / FSCC 22000 standards in two of its in-house laboratories.
Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation was founded in 1933 and has a head office in Tokyo, Japan. Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation provides products including chemicals, industrial gases, and health care products to customers globally. Mitsubishi Chemical Group’s performance products division manufactures and distributes. functional food materials, electronic and electrical components, specialty chemicals, and other products. Mitsubishi Chemical health care products include pharmaceuticals, drug discovery solutions, diagnostic reagents, and instruments for medical use. Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation also provides other services such as engineering, information systems, logistics, and consulting.
Kishida Chemical Co. Ltd., established in 1924 and headquartered in Osaka, Japan, is a manufacturer of reagents and high-purity chemicals and also does drug discovery support activities. Its product portfolio includes fine chemicals, research chemicals, ionic liquid, organic micro-analytical reagents, and chemical reagents for analysis. The products support several industries, including reagent business, battery material, drug discovery, and life science. The company is ISO 14001 certified and supplies several companies worldwide, including Meterion Advanced Chemicals Inc., Acros Organics, ChemBridge Corporation, Decon Laboratories, and InerBioScreen Ltd.
Manus Aktteva Biopharma LLP, established in 2010 and headquartered in Ahmedabad, India, is a manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of pharmaceutical APIs, intermediates, and specialty chemicals. Their wide-ranging products cater to industries such as pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and biotechnology. They offer Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), the fundamental components used in various drug formulations, such as antibiotics, cardiovascular drugs, and anti-inflammatory drugs. The company also supplies specialty chemicals with unique properties applicable to diverse industries, from plastics to cosmetics manufacturing. Furthermore, the company offers custom synthesis services to meet the specific needs of their customers.
Jay Dinesh Chemicals is a manufacturer and exporter of industrial chemicals, including oilfield chemicals, photographic chemicals, pharmaceutical raw materials, and chemicals used in industrial detergents and metal finishing, was established in 1951 and is based in India. The company produces a wide range of products, including oxygen scavengers, ammonium bisulphite, sodium meta bisulphite, and sodium silicate. Their advanced laboratory is staffed by highly skilled chemists who ensure that all products meet the highest standards.
Guangdi Maoming Chemical Co., Ltd. is a manufacturer specialized in chemical products and industrial materials, headquartered in China, and established in 2012. The company serves industries such as petrochemicals, manufacturing, construction, and agriculture. Its portfolio includes a wide range of chemical products, specialty materials, and industrial solutions such as sodium hydrosulfite, sodium sulfite, and sodium metabisulfite. Its products find diverse applications in these industries by contributing to manufacturing processes, enhancing product performance, and supporting agricultural and construction needs.
Takasugi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., established in 1929 in Fukuoka, Japan, is a manufacturer that specializes in pharmaceuticals, reagents, food additives, and industrial chemicals. Its product range includes chemicals like ammonium carbonate, potassium bicarbonate, potassium carbonate, potassium chloride, and potassium sulfate, serving various industries. The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified, reflecting its devotion to quality management and delivering products that align with customer expectations. This certification attests to its adherence to producing quality substances for pharmaceuticals, food, and industrial applications.
Nippon Chemical Industrial Co. Ltd., started in 1893 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a manufacturer of inorganic and specialty chemicals. In 1950, the company started the production of phosphate fertilizer at the Koriyama factory and the production of insecticides at the Miharu factory. In 1970, it began producing phosphoric acid, and in 1971, it started making chromium compounds. Its portfolio includes chromium compounds, inorganic phosphorus compounds, electronic ceramic materials, pharmaceutical intermediates, and agrochemicals. It also offers custom manufacturing for various industries, including agricultural chemicals, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals.
Millipore Sigma, formerly known as Sigma-Aldrich, was created in 175 through the merger of Sigma Chemical Company and Aldrich Chemical company and today is a subsidiary of Merck. Millipore Sigma is a life science and biotechnology company serving the industry with several products and services. Some of their product categories include peptide synthesis materials, biochemicals, building blocks, catalysts, chemical biology, chemical synthesis, flavors & fragrances, formulation, lab chemicals, lab safety, APIs, and stable isotopes. Services include characterization, contract manufacturing, custom products, software, support, testing, and mRNA development & manufacturing.
Global Calcium PVT LTD (GCP) is an Indian manufacturer of pharmaceutical components that was established in 1979. Based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, the company produces over 200 different active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), mineral actives, and premixed products in different strengths and therapeutic segments such as antipsychotics and vitamins. GCP products are used by clients in various markets including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, veterinary drugs, and nutraceuticals. The company also provides additional services for customer projects, including contract manufacturing, custom synthesis, and technical support.
Lab Pro Inc. (LP) is an American manufacturer and distributor of laboratory equipment and supplies that was established in Sunnyvale, California in 1979. The company produces various chemical products including reagents, oxidizers, and acids, as well as personal protective equipment (PPE), microscopes, and laboratory hand tools. It also offers laboratory instrumentation and utensils such as refractometers, forceps, and pH meters. Aside from its products, LP also provides vendor-managed inventory and lab chiller leasing services for its clients in industrial research facilities, academic institutions, and R&D testing laboratories.
Solvay was born in 1863 and is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium. The company is a producer of advanced materials and specialty chemicals to customers worldwide in several markets including the automotive, healthcare, aerospace, and electronics markets. The company’s product offerings range from amines to surfactants with kitting options available for certain materials such as film and tape process materials. The company sources many materials from renewable sources. The company’s cellulose acetate is produced from bio-sourced wood pulp from sustainably managed forests.
Rishi Chemical Works is an Indian- based company that manufactures a comprehensive range of Pharmaceutical Chemicals and Industrial Fine Chemicals for industries all over the world. Their production facility is in Northern India, and their extensive product line includes Monopotassium Phosphate, Trisodium Phosphate, and Monosodium Phosphate, Potassium Acetate, among many more. They have a diverse range of plant and equipment, some of which are semi-automatic, to carry out various unit processes and operations.
Fisher Scientific UK Ltd is a supplier of laboratory chemicals, equipment, and services based in Loughborough, United Kingdom, operating as a subsidiary of Thermo Fisher Scientific, a merger of Fisher Scientific International, Inc. and Thermo Electron in 2006. With a portfolio of over 2 million products, Fisher Scientific offers chemicals, reagents, equipment and instruments, consumables, and safety products. These products cater to various sectors, including clinical diagnostic and research laboratories, pharmaceutical and biotech industries, healthcare, and government agencies. Fisher Scientific also provides business solutions like the New-Lab Start-Up program, as well as SureTRACE and SureTRACE+ for product knowledge and supply chain management.
Founded in Mumbai, India in 2006, Otto Chemie Pvt. Ltd. is an ISO 9001:2015 & GMP certified chemical manufacturing company and distributor. Otto Chemie serves customers in many industries including agriculture and food processing, pharmaceuticals, oil & gas, cement, as well as educational and R&D industries. Product offerings include antibiotics, amino acids, vitamins, detergents, ionic liquids, materials science compounds, labware, oil, metal & ceramic science compounds and tools, oils, reagents, solvents.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
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| 1 | YSI Inc. |
19.0%
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| 2 | MilliporeSigma |
14.7%
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| 3 | Jost Chemical |
6.9%
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| 4 | Hawkins, Inc. |
5.2%
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| 5 | Solvay SA |
5.2%
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| 6 | Kishida Chemical Co.,Ltd. |
5.2%
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| 7 | Viterra Magdeburg GmbH |
4.3%
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| 8 | Rhino Steel Doors |
4.3%
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| 9 | ALB Materials Inc |
3.4%
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| 10 | Global Calcium PVT LTD |
3.4%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the sodium page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
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| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America
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5 | 27.8% |
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Japan
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4 | 22.2% |
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India
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4 | 22.2% |
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China
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2 | 11.1% |
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Germany
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1 | 5.6% |
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Belgium
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1 | 5.6% |
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United Kingdom
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1 | 5.6% |
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