Borax is an important boron compound, a mineral, and a salt of boric acid. Powdered borax is white, consisting of soft colorless crystals that dissolve easily in water. It has a wide variety of use in industries manufacturing: Detergents, Cosmetics, Enamel Glazes, Food Additive, Fire Retardant, Anti-fungal Compound, Fiberglass, Water Softening Agent, Flubber (a rubber polymer), Glass Pottery And Ceramics.