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China, Germany, and the United States are the leading exporters of sodium silicate, collectively accounting for over 50% of global export value in 2023–2024, while the United States, India, and Mexico represent the largest importers. Sodium silicate prices have remained relatively stable amid steady cross-border flows, with regional demand driven by detergents, foundry binders, and construction applications. Export volumes from China increased modestly year-on-year, while European exports showed slight consolidation, reflecting ongoing regional supply chain recalibration and consistent industrial demand.
Sodium silicate is a white to off-white, hygroscopic solid or viscous aqueous solution, typically supplied as granules, flakes, or liquid solutions of varying modulus (SiO₂:Na₂O ratio). It is an inorganic compound classified as an alkali metal silicate, with no characteristic odor and low volatility. Sodium silicate serves as a key intermediate in the production of silica gel, precipitated silica, zeolites, and catalysts, and is widely used in foundry binders, detergents, water treatment chemicals, and cement additives. Its primary application areas include construction materials, industrial cleaning formulations, paperboard coating, and refractory binders.
This chemical is included in Basic Chemicals. See more about what is Sodium Silicate and Sodium Silicate SDS information.
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