There is no difference between washing soda and soda ash, just in case that was also confusing you as much as it was us. Both names refer to sodium carbonate that has the chemical formula Na₂CO₃.

Cool, now what do I do with this particular white powder?

It’s a great waster softener for laundry because of some science that involves magnesium and calcium ions, it is also great at removing dirt, grease stains and other tough to remove stains. Google it, we are not experts.

At this time you will receive your dry goods in compostable bio PLA lined Kraft paper tin tye bag. If you do not have the means to compost bring them back and we will do it for you.