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Disodium Octaborate Pentahydrate (DOT) — high-solubility boron source (CAS 12280-03-4) with 20.9% boron. Serving fertiliser blenders, timber treatment plants, fire-retardant formulators and industrial users across the UAE and GCC.
Product Overview
Disodium Octaborate Pentahydrate, commonly shortened to DOT, is a refined sodium borate made by reacting borax with boric acid. It is a white, odourless, free-flowing powder or granule carrying about 67% B₂O₃ — roughly 20.9% elemental boron — which is the highest boron content of the widely traded commercial borates.
Its defining property is solubility. DOT dissolves far more readily and in far higher concentration than borax decahydrate, which lets formulators make strong boron solutions for foliar sprays, fertigation and timber diffusion treatment without heating.
Agriculture and wood protection are the main uses. In agriculture DOT corrects boron deficiency in crops; in timber it diffuses into wood to protect against fungal decay and insect attack. Chelora Chemicals UAE supplies agricultural and technical DOT grades across the UAE and wider GCC.
Technical Specifications
Key physical and chemical properties of DOT as supplied by Chelora Chemicals UAE. Grade-specific data sheets available on request.
| Property | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 12280-03-4 |
| Molecular Formula | Na₂B₈O₁₃·4H₂O |
| Molecular Weight | approx. 412.52 g/mol |
| Physical State | White powder or granules |
| Odour | Odourless |
| Bulk Density | approx. 0.8–1.0 g/cm³ |
| Solubility in Water | approx. 9.5 g/100 mL at 20 °C |
| pH (1% solution) | approx. 8.0 |
| Boron (B) | approx. 20.9% |
| Sodium Oxide (Na₂O) | approx. 7.5% |
| Property | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| B₂O₃ Content | ≥ 67.0% |
| Boron (B) | ≥ 20.5% |
| Sulphate (SO₄) | ≤ 0.1% |
| Chloride (Cl) | ≤ 0.05% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 50 ppm |
| Water Insolubles | ≤ 0.05% |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 20 ppm |
| Moisture (free) | ≤ 1.0% |
| Particle Size | Powder or 0.3–1.5 mm granule |
| Appearance | Free-flowing white solid |
* All values are typical ranges for standard commercial DOT grades. Precise values depend on the production source and grade. Contact Chelora Chemicals UAE for grade-specific technical data sheets and SDS.
Need agricultural or technical grade DOT for your blend or treatment line?
Request Technical DatasheetApplications
DOT's high boron content and rapid solubility make it the preferred borate for agriculture, timber and fire-retardant applications across the UAE and GCC.
Fast-dissolving boron source for correcting crop deficiency.
Concentrated boron solutions for drip and pivot systems.
Diffuses into wood to resist fungal decay and insect attack.
Flame and smoulder suppression in cellulose insulation.
Boron carrier in NPK and trace element blends.
Active in borate-based insecticide and herbicide formulations.
Industries Served
Chelora Chemicals UAE supplies Disodium Octaborate Pentahydrate to agriculture, timber and specialty formulation sectors, backed by technical support and fast in-country delivery.
NPK and micronutrient blend producers.
Foliar and fertigation product suppliers.
Wood preservation and joinery protection.
Cellulose fire-retardant formulators.
Borate-based insecticide producers.
Controlled-environment nutrient users.
Boron-based formulation manufacturers.
Regional traders supplying borates across the GCC, Middle East and Africa.
UAE & GCC Coverage
Our UAE-based storage and Jebel Ali logistics position ensure fast Disodium Octaborate Pentahydrate delivery to all emirates and GCC export markets.
Same-day and next-day DOT delivery within Dubai, including Jebel Ali FZ, Al Quoz and DIP industrial users.
Serving ICAD, Musaffah and KIZAD manufacturers and agricultural blenders with Disodium Octaborate Pentahydrate.
DOT supply to Sharjah Industrial Area, SAIF Zone and Hamriyah FZ manufacturers.
Delivery to Ajman Industrial Area and Ajman Free Zone supporting manufacturers and chemical distributors.
Supply to RAK Industrial Zone and RAKIA manufacturers requiring Disodium Octaborate Pentahydrate.
Fujairah Free Zone and port area customers served with DOT for local use and bulk export.
UAQ Free Trade Zone industrial customers supplied with competitive DOT pricing and reliable same-week delivery.
Regular DOT exports to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and wider MENA. Full freight, customs documentation and COO support available.
Packaging Options
Chelora Chemicals UAE supplies Disodium Octaborate Pentahydrate in 25 kg moisture-barrier bags for standard use, and in 1 MT jumbo bags or bulk loads for fertiliser blenders and timber treatment plants. Every shipment comes with a batch Certificate of Analysis and GHS-compliant SDS.
DOT is hygroscopic in humid Gulf conditions, so all packaging is lined and heat-sealed. Store in a dry, covered warehouse and reseal opened bags promptly to prevent caking.
Moisture-barrier lined bags.
1 MT FIBC for bulk users.
Palletised export loads.
From UAE warehouse to your plant.
How To Order
Six simple steps to receive Disodium Octaborate Pentahydrate at your facility anywhere in the UAE or GCC.
Provide your required grade (agricultural or technical), physical form — powder or granule — particle size and volume. Our team can advise if needed.
Submit your inquiry via our online contact form, email or telephone. We provide competitive pricing with a formal written quote within 24 hours. Volume discounts apply for larger quantities.
Receive the batch Certificate of Analysis confirming B₂O₃ content, boron assay and impurity limits, together with the GHS-compliant Safety Data Sheet, before order confirmation.
Confirm your order in writing. Standard credit terms are available for approved customers. New customers can arrange advance payment or letter of credit for large shipments.
Select from our UAE door-to-door delivery service, Jebel Ali Free Zone warehouse collection, or let us arrange freight for GCC and wider export destinations.
DOT is delivered with full documentation. Inspect the batch on receipt against the CoA. Our technical support team remains available for any process or reorder queries.
Quality & Safety
Chelora Chemicals UAE sources Disodium Octaborate Pentahydrate from globally recognised manufacturers operating under ISO 9001 quality management systems. Every batch is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming B₂O₃ content, boron assay, sulphate, chloride, iron and insolubles against the published grade specification.
Safety Note: Disodium Octaborate Pentahydrate is classified in the EU as toxic for reproduction (Category 1B, H360FD). Avoid dust inhalation and skin contact, use suitable PPE and keep away from food and feed. Consult the full SDS before handling.
Why Chelora
DOT is held in UAE storage, enabling same-day or next-day delivery to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and all other emirates.
Fine powder for liquid blends, granules for dry fertiliser blending — matched to your process.
Every shipment is accompanied by a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, a GHS-compliant Safety Data Sheet and Technical Data Sheet. Export orders include Certificates of Origin and all required customs documentation.
Our strong supplier relationships and Jebel Ali logistics advantage allow us to price DOT competitively across the GCC, from single pallets to full container loads.
Lined, heat-sealed bags protect against Gulf humidity and keep the product free-flowing.
Our bilingual (English/Arabic) sales and technical team provides rapid responses to inquiries, proactive recommendations, order status updates and after-delivery support.
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FAQ
DOT is used as a boron micronutrient in foliar sprays, fertigation and fertiliser blends, as a timber preservative against fungal decay and insects, as a fire retardant in cellulose insulation, and in borate-based pest control formulations.
The CAS number for Disodium Octaborate Pentahydrate is 12280-03-4, with the formula Na₂B₈O₁₃·4H₂O. It is traded under HS code 2840.20.
DOT carries roughly 20.9% boron against about 11.3% for borax decahydrate, and it dissolves far faster and to a much higher concentration in cold water. That makes it the preferred choice for spray tanks, fertigation lines and timber diffusion treatment.
Because it dissolves into a concentrated, low-viscosity solution, DOT diffuses deep into wet or green timber rather than sitting on the surface. Once in place it resists decay fungi, termites and wood-boring beetles without colouring or corroding the wood.
Chelora Chemicals UAE is a dedicated DOT supplier serving all seven UAE emirates. We stock agricultural and technical grades in powder and granular form, serving fertiliser blenders, timber treatment plants and formulators across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain.
Yes. Chelora Chemicals UAE delivers DOT to all seven UAE emirates — Dubai (including Jebel Ali FZ, Al Quoz and DIP), Abu Dhabi (Musaffah, ICAD, KIZAD), Sharjah (SAIF Zone, Hamriyah FZ), Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain — as well as to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and other GCC countries.
DOT is classified in the EU as toxic for reproduction (Category 1B, H360FD) and appears on the REACH Candidate List. It is not flammable or oxidising and is not regulated for transport, but dust should be controlled and suitable PPE worn. Always consult the batch-specific SDS.
Chelora Chemicals UAE supplies DOT in 25 kg lined bags (standard use), 1 MT jumbo bags (blenders and treatment plants), palletised container loads (export parcels) and truck delivery from our UAE warehouse.
Yes. Chelora Chemicals UAE regularly exports Disodium Octaborate Pentahydrate to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and wider markets across Asia, Africa and Europe, leveraging our proximity to Jebel Ali Port. We handle export logistics including freight forwarding, customs documentation, certificate of origin (COO) and safety data sheets in Arabic and English.
Get a Quote Today
Chelora Chemicals UAE holds DOT in stock in agricultural and technical grades, powder and granular. Request a quote and receive a response within 24 hours. UAE delivery, GCC export and full documentation available.