Sodium Hydroxide Flakes, commonly known as Caustic Soda or Lye, are a highly alkaline chemical widely used in soap manufacturing, saponification, and various industrial applications.
It plays an essential role in converting oils and fats into soap through the saponification process. It is also used in chemical processing and other suitable industrial applications.
Key Features:
-
Highly alkaline chemical compound
-
Convenient flake form
-
Essential ingredient for traditional soap making
-
Used in saponification of oils and fats
-
Suitable for various chemical and industrial applications
Applications:
-
Cold process soap making
-
Hot process soap manufacturing
-
Saponification of vegetable oils and fats
-
Chemical manufacturing
-
Industrial cleaning applications
-
pH adjustment in suitable industrial processes
Product Specifications:
-
Chemical Name: Sodium Hydroxide
-
Common Names: Caustic Soda, Lye
-
Chemical Formula: NaOH
-
CAS Number: 1310-73-2
-
Physical Appearance: White flakes
Handling & Safety:
Sodium Hydroxide is highly corrosive and can cause severe chemical burns. Use appropriate protective gloves, chemical-resistant eye protection and suitable handling equipment. Always follow the supplier's Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Keep the product tightly sealed and protected from moisture.
Important: Sodium Hydroxide is the actual lye used in traditional soap making, not a lye substitute. Always calculate the required quantity according to the oils and their SAP values.
Available at Herbology for soap-making and chemical manufacturing requirements.
