Caustic soda
The chemical name for caustic soda is sodium hydroxide (NaOH)—also known as lye or sodium hydrate. It is a highly corrosive, strong base that appears as a white solid at room temperature; it is extremely soluble in water and releases a large amount of heat upon dissolution.
Product Description
1. Appearance: Solid form appears as flakes, granules, or lumps (caustic soda flakes); liquid form is colorless and transparent.
2. Physical properties: Highly deliquescent; absorbs moisture and carbon dioxide when exposed to air.
3. Strong corrosivity: Highly destructive and corrosive to skin, fabrics, and paper; proper protective measures must be taken during handling.
Technical parameters
Quality specification | |||
Iterm | CAUSTIC SODA FLAKES Result | CAUSTIC SODA PEARLS Specification | CAUSTIC SODA PEARLS Result |
Assay (as NaOH) | 98.86% | 99.0% min | 99.04% |
Sodium Carbonate (Na2CO3) | 0.4% | 0.8% max | 0.49% |
Sodium Chloride (NaCl) | 0.01% | 0.1% max | 0.02% |
Iron (Fe) | / | 50 ppm max | 8 ppm |
Fe2O3% | 0.01% | / | / |
Conclusion | Qualified | ||
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Product Name: Caustic soda
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