Description
Caustic Soda Liquid 50% is a clear, colorless to slightly yellow aqueous solution of Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH), produced through membrane cell electrolysis.
This high-purity solution is highly alkaline and reactive, making it indispensable in various industrial sectors.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Sodium Hydroxide |
| Chemical Formula | NaOH |
| CAS Number | 1310-73-2 |
| Concentration | 50% ± 0.5% by weight |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless to slightly yellow liquid |
| Specific Gravity | 1.53 @ 20°C |
| Boiling Point (pure NaOH) | ~1388°C |
| Melting Point (pure NaOH) | ~318°C |
| Solubility | Completely miscible in water |
| pH | Strongly alkaline |
Applications
- Chemical Manufacturing – Solvents, plastics, and synthetic fibers.
- Pulp & Paper – Used in pulping and bleaching.
- Textile Industry – Employed in dyeing and processing.
- Soap & Detergent – Base chemical for saponification.
- Water Treatment – pH control and heavy metal neutralization.
- Food Industry – Fruit peeling, cocoa processing (food-grade only).
- Petroleum – Used in refining and drilling muds.
- Metal Processing – Cleaning and etching operations.
Packaging Options
- 1 Quart (32 fl oz) – HDPE bottles
- 1 Gallon (128 fl oz) – HDPE jugs with tamper-evident seals
- 5 Gallon Pails – HDPE containers
- 15 Gallon Carboys – Blue HDPE containers
- 55 Gallon Drums – HDPE drums with GHS hazard symbols
- 275 Gallon IBC Totes – Reinforced cages with discharge valves
Safety & Handling
- Highly corrosive — causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
- Use appropriate PPE (gloves, goggles, face shield).
- Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
- Avoid contact with incompatible substances.
- Refer to SDS for detailed emergency handling procedures.
Available Documentation
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- Certificate of Analysis (COA)
- Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
- Product Specification Sheet
- Certificate of Origin
