Sodium Hydroxide NaOH

Laboratory Chemical & Industrial Grade

Product Specifications

• Chemical Name: Sodium Hydroxide
• Common Name: Caustic Soda
• Chemical Formula: NaOH
• Molecular Weight: 40.00 g/mol
• CAS Number: 1310-73-2
• Appearance: White solid (pellets or flakes)
• Purity: ≥98% (Lab or Industrial Grade)
• Solubility: Completely soluble in water, ethanol, and methanol
• pH (1% solution): ~13–14
• Melting Point: 318°C
• Boiling Point: 1,388°C
• Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry, and airtight container away from moisture and acids
• Available Packaging: 100g, 500g, 1kg,
• Origin: China / UK / Germany

Applications

• Used in chemical synthesis and laboratory titrations
• Essential for soap making and detergent production
• Common in water treatment, pH regulation, and bleach manufacturing
• Utilized in paper, textile, and petroleum industries
• Helps in drain cleaning and industrial degreasing

Safety & Handling

• Hazards: Strongly corrosive to skin, eyes, and mucous membranes
• Precautions:

• Use protective gloves, goggles, and a lab coat
• Avoid inhalation of dust or fumes
• Always add NaOH to water, not the other way around (exothermic reaction)

• First Aid:

• In case of skin contact, wash with water immediately
• For eye contact, rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical help

Disposal: Neutralize with dilute acid before disposal in accordance with local regulations