| CAS# | 1310-73-2 |
| Formula | NaOH |
| INS Number | 524 |
| E Number | E524 |
| Synonyms | Caustic soda; Lye |
| Groups/Uses | Cleaning products, Soaps and Detergents, Paper and Pulp, Textiles, Food preservative, Water treatment |
| Markets | Food & Beverage, HI&I – Household, Industrial & Institutional, Personal Care & Pharmaceutical, Pulp, Paper & Packaging, Textiles, Water Treatment |
FAQ’S
What is Sodium hydroxide?
Sodium hydroxide also known as lye or caustic soda, is an inorganic, highly caustic and corrosive base that is commonly used as in various industrial and household applications.
What are the uses of Sodium hydroxide?
Sodium hydroxide dissolves grease, fats, and hair, making it effective in unclogging drains. It helps remove baked-on food and grease from ovens.
Sodium hydroxide is a crucial ingredient in the saponification process, converting fats and oils into soap. It is used in the Kraft process to break down wood into pulp, separating lignin and other unwanted materials.
Sodium hydroxide is used in the production of artificial textile fibers like rayon. It is used in textile processing to bleach and remove dyes from fabrics.
Sodium hydroxide is used to neutralize acidic wastewater and adjust pH levels in treatment plants. It helps in removing heavy metals and other pollutants from wastewater.
What are the uses of Sodium hydroxide in food industry?
Sodium hydroxide is used as a food preservative to inhibit the growth of germs and mold in some food products. It can be used to enhance the flavor and texture of chocolate and cocoa. It is used in canning process, softening olives, and in some baking applications.
Choice Organochem LLP supplies Sodium hydroxide to users/customers for Food & Beverage, HI&I – Household, Industrial & Institutional, Personal Care & Pharmaceutical, Pulp, Paper & Packaging, Textiles, and Water Treatment.
