Sodium carbonate ($\text{Na}_2\text{CO}_3$) is an inorganic salt commonly used in industrial applications due to its basic nature and chemical reactivity. It serves as a widely used cleaning agent, neutralizing acids found in various cleaning formulations. In the chemical industry, it is a key component in the production of glass, soda ash, and certain types of metallurgy fluxes. Furthermore, it acts as a buffering agent in various chemical processes and is employed in the manufacture of detergents, neutralizing agents, and neutralizing agents for soil or water treatment.