Sodium Hydroxide
Sodium Hydroxide, also known as caustic soda or lye, is a highly caustic and strongly alkaline chemical compound with the chemical formula NaOH. It is one of the most widely used and important industrial chemicals due to its versatile and crucial role in various applications.
Description
Sodium Hydroxide, also known as caustic soda or lye, is a highly caustic and strongly alkaline chemical compound with the chemical formula NaOH. It is one of the most widely used and important industrial chemicals due to its versatile and crucial role in various applications.
| Product Name | Sodium Hydroxide |
| Catalog Number | PU22000074 |
| CAS No. | 1310-73-2 |
| Molecular Formula | NaOH |
| Molecular Weight | 39.997 g/mol |
| Grade | PUURETA (Pure) |
| HS Code | 28151110 |
| Categories | Lab Chemicals, Bleaching Agent, Oven Cleaner |
| EC Number | 215-185-5 |
| Common Names | Caustic Soda |
| Synonyms | Caustic soda, sodium hydroxide |
Sodium Hydroxide, also known as caustic soda or lye, is a highly caustic and strongly alkaline chemical compound with the chemical formula NaOH. It is one of the most widely used and important industrial chemicals due to its versatile and crucial role in various applications.
| Product Name | Sodium Hydroxide |
| Catalog Number | PL22000074 |
| CAS No. | 1310-73-2 |
| Molecular Formula | NaOH |
| Molecular Weight | 39.997 g/mol |
| Grade | PLURAATA (Extra Pure) |
| HS Code | 28151110 |
| Categories | Lab Chemicals, Bleaching Agent, Oven Cleaner |
| EC Number | 215-185-5 |
| Common Names | Caustic Soda |
| Synonyms | Caustic soda, sodium hydroxide |
Chemical Manufacturing: Sodium Hydroxide is used as a base in the production of various chemicals, including detergents, soaps, and synthetic materials.
Pulp and Paper Industry: It is used in the pulping and bleaching processes to break down lignin and separate cellulose fibers, essential in paper production.
extile Industry: It is employed in textile processing, such as mercerization, to improve the texture and appearance of fabrics.
Alumina Refining: In the aluminum industry, it is used in the Bayer process to extract alumina from bauxite ore.
Food Industry: Sodium Hydroxide is used in food processing for various purposes, including the removal of skins from fruits and vegetables, as a food additive (E524) for pH control, and in the preparation of certain food products.
Cleaning and Drain Maintenance: It is a key component in many cleaning products, including drain cleaners and oven cleaners, due to its ability to dissolve grease, oils, and organic materials.
Water Treatment: Sodium Hydroxide is used in water treatment processes to adjust pH levels, remove heavy metals, and control alkalinity.
Petroleum Industry: It plays a role in the refining of petroleum products and in drilling mud formulations.
Biodiesel Production: It is used to neutralize and remove impurities in the production of biodiesel.
Soap and Detergent Production: Sodium Hydroxide is a key ingredient in the saponification process to produce soap and in the production of detergents.
Pharmaceuticals: It may be used in some pharmaceutical formulations and as a laboratory reagent. Textile Recycling: It is used to dissolve and remove dyes from textiles in the recycling process.
