Sodium Bicarbonate

A white crystalline solid or fine powder with an alkaline taste. It is a component of the mineral natron, found in many mineral springs, though it is also produced artificially. It is also known as baking soda. Uses: Mainly used in cooking and baking to help dough rise, as a neutralizer of acids and bases, an antacid to treat indigestion and heartburn, and as a cleaning agent. CAS# (144-55-8)