{"id":105558,"date":"2026-05-02T03:15:46","date_gmt":"2026-05-02T03:15:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hospitalsupplies.co.za\/?post_type=product&#038;p=105558"},"modified":"2026-05-03T06:11:33","modified_gmt":"2026-05-03T06:11:33","slug":"boric-acid-powder-25kg","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/hospitalsupplies.co.za\/?product=boric-acid-powder-25kg","title":{"rendered":"Boric Acid Powder 25KG"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Boric Acid Powder 25KG<\/p>\n<p>Boric acid powder is a versatile compound used as an antiseptic for minor wounds, a powerful insecticide against pests (ants, roaches), an antifungal for athlete\ufffd\ufffd\ufffds foot\/yeast infections, a household cleaner\/deodorizer\/stain remover, and a flame retardant for wood. <\/p>\n<p>Industrially, it\ufffd\ufffd\ufffds used in glass, ceramics, and leather, while agriculturally, it treats plant boron deficiency. Always handle with care due to potential toxicity, choosing USP-grade for medical uses and being aware of safety guidelines. <\/p>\n<p>Boric Acid Powder 25KG<\/p>\n<p>Household &amp; Personal Care Uses<br \/> Pest Control: Kills cockroaches, ants, silverfish, fleas, and flies.<br \/> Fungicide\/Antiseptic: Treats athlete\ufffd\ufffd\ufffds foot, toenail fungus, and mild skin infections; also used in eyewashes and vaginal treatments.<br \/> Cleaning: Deodorizes, removes stains from laundry, cleans toilets, and kills mold.<br \/> Odor Control: Neutralizes foot odor by placing in socks. <\/p>\n<p>Industrial &amp; Material Uses<br \/> Fire Retardant: Applied to wood and textiles.<br \/> Manufacturing: Used in glass, pottery, enamels, ceramics, and leather tanning.<br \/> Lubrication: Mixed with oils for carrom boards or ceramic\/metal surfaces.<br \/> Metallurgy: Used in welding flux and for steel hardening. <\/p>\n<p>Other Applications<br \/> Agriculture: Treats boron deficiency in plants.<br \/> Cosmetics: Ingredient in some lotions, soaps, and powders.<br \/> Preservative: Used in rice and timber preservation. <\/p>\n<p>Important Safety Note<br \/> While beneficial, boric acid can be harmful if ingested or overexposed. Use pharmaceutical-grade for medical applications and follow safety instructions carefully.<br \/> Uses. Boric acid is used <b>as a fireproofing agent for wood, as a preservative, and as an antiseptic<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>It is used in the manufacture of glass, pottery, enamels, glazes, cosmetics, cements, porcelain, leather, carpets, hats, soaps, artificial gems, and in tanning, printing, dyeing, painting, and photography.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<li>Boric Acid Powder 25KG<\/li>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Boric Acid Powder 25KG<\/p>\n<p>Boric acid powder is a versatile compound used as an antiseptic for minor wounds, a powerful insecticide against pests (ants, roaches), an antifungal for athlete\ufffd\ufffd\ufffds foot\/yeast infections, a household cleaner\/deodorizer\/stain remover, and a flame retardant for wood. <\/p>\n<p>Industrially, it\ufffd\ufffd\ufffds used in glass, ceramics, and leather, while agriculturally, it treats plant boron deficiency. Always handle with care due to potential toxicity, choosing USP-grade for medical uses and being aware of safety guidelines. <\/p>\n<p>Boric Acid Powder 25KG<\/p>\n<p>Household &amp; Personal Care Uses<br \/> Pest Control: Kills cockroaches, ants, silverfish, fleas, and flies.<br \/> Fungicide\/Antiseptic: Treats athlete\ufffd\ufffd\ufffds foot, toenail fungus, and mild skin infections; also used in eyewashes and vaginal treatments.<br \/> Cleaning: Deodorizes, removes stains from laundry, cleans toilets, and kills mold.<br \/> Odor Control: Neutralizes foot odor by placing in socks. <\/p>\n<p>Industrial &amp; Material Uses<br \/> Fire Retardant: Applied to wood and textiles.<br \/> Manufacturing: Used in glass, pottery, enamels, ceramics, and leather tanning.<br \/> Lubrication: Mixed with oils for carrom boards or ceramic\/metal surfaces.<br \/> Metallurgy: Used in welding flux and for steel hardening. <\/p>\n<p>Other Applications<br \/> Agriculture: Treats boron deficiency in plants.<br \/> Cosmetics: Ingredient in some lotions, soaps, and powders.<br \/> Preservative: Used in rice and timber preservation. <\/p>\n<p>Important Safety Note<br \/> While beneficial, boric acid can be harmful if ingested or overexposed. Use pharmaceutical-grade for medical applications and follow safety instructions carefully.<br \/> Uses. 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