Sodium bicarbonate and bicarbonate of soda are two names for the same compound, NaHCO₃. Baking soda is another common name. The name on its own does not identify the product grade or confirm suitability for a particular use.
The same chemical under different names
Sodium bicarbonate is a chemical compound, rather than a mixture of table salt and bicarbonate. On a purchasing enquiry, include the required grade, specification and intended application alongside the product name.
Baking soda and baking powder
Baking soda supplies sodium bicarbonate. Baking powder is a formulated mixture containing bicarbonate together with acid components and other ingredients. They are different products and should not be exchanged one-for-one without reformulating the recipe.
In suitable baking recipes, bicarbonate reacts with acidic ingredients in the presence of moisture to release carbon dioxide. Food manufacturers balance the ingredient system and processing conditions to achieve the required texture and rise.
Buying for food production
If you are sourcing baking soda for food production, see our food-grade sodium bicarbonate. Review the offered specification, particle-size requirements and documents against your ingredient acceptance criteria.
Bergano provides specifications and SDS for purchasing review and a batch-specific COA with every shipment. For a quotation, send your quantity, destination and preferred packing. Contact us with any additional document or repeat-order requirements.
