Description
- Caustic soda flakes is a hard but brittle white solid.
 - On exposure to air it readily absorbs water and carbon dioxide.
 - It is produced by electrolysis of Brine (NaCl) solution.
 
Shelf Life: Long life if protected from air and moisture.
| Chemical Name | Sodium Hydroxide | 
| Chemical Formula | NaOH | 
| Molecular Weight | 40.00 | 
| CAS No. | 1310-73-2 | 
Average Chemical Analysis
| Parameters | Average Chemical Analysis | 
| Physical appearance | White deliquescent flakes. | 
| Concentration (NaOH) | 98.0 ± 1 % | 
| Sodium Carbonate (Na2CO3) | 1.0 % max. | 
| Sodium chloride (NaCl) | 0.04 % max. | 
| Iron (Fe) | 20 ppm | 
- It is the main raw materials for the production of soap.
 - In oil refining industry it is used to remove the acids in the oil and improve the smell and color of the oil & petroleum products.
 - In textile industry, caustic soda is used to make rayon and mercerization of cotton.
 - In paper making industry, it is used as a reagent to treat wood, rice stalks and other fibers.
 - Industrial water treatment: Regeneration of ion exchangers, waste water treatment.
 - Food industry: Purification of fats and oils and removal of fatty impurities.
 - Caustic soda is used for the extraction and purification of aluminum.
 
It is supplied in the packing of 25 kg Polypropylene bags having polyethylene liner.
		- Store in a dry place away from acids, metals like aluminum, magnesium and zinc that cause formation of flammable hydrogen.
 - Immediately remove all contaminated clothing and equipment effected by the Caustic.
 - Flush the exposed area thoroughly with a lot of water, followed by washing with a solution of 5 % ammonium chloride in water.
 - If caustic contacts the eyes, they should be irrigated immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
 - Hold the eyelids opened during irrigation. The eyes should then be washed with a dilute boric acid solution and wash the eye with water for an additional 15 minutes.
 - A physician should be seen immediately after the eye is thoroughly washed.
 - For personal protection, use face shields, gloves, gum-boots and protective suites.
 




