Borax Decahydrate
Borax decahydrate, also known as sodium borate, is a naturally occurring mineral composed of sodium, boron, oxygen, and water. It is a white, odorless powder that dissolves easily in water, and has a wide range of uses, including as a laundry detergent booster, a multipurpose cleaner, and as a component in the production of glass, ceramics, and enamel. Borax has antifungal and insecticidal properties and is also used in certain industrial applications such as in the production of fiberglass, as a flux in metallurgy, and as a fire retardant. It is considered safe when used as directed, but can be toxic if ingested in large quantities.
Diammonium phosphate (DAP)
Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) is a water-soluble ammonium phosphate salt with the chemical formula (NH₄)₂HPO₄. It serves as an important source of nitrogen (18%) and phosphorus (46%), making it widely useful in agriculture as a high-efficiency NP fertilizer to promote plant growth. Beyond farming, DAP is used as a yeast nutrient in winemaking/brewing, a fire retardant in industrial applications, and a corrosion inhibitor in water treatment systems. It also finds roles in animal feed supplements, pyrotechnics, and laboratory reagents. With its alkaline pH (~8.0) and solubility, DAP is versatile but requires careful handling due to ammonia release when heated.