Caustic Soda

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Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

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NaOH

C.A.S.# 1310-73-2

Product Information

Usage Notes

Description

Manufactured by the electrolysis of salt brine, Sodium Hydroxide is often referred to by the common names; caustic soda, lye and sodium hydrate. Sodium Hydroxide is a white crystalline substance that readily absorbs carbon dioxide and moisture from the air. When mixed with water Sodium Hydroxide produces a strong alkaline solution. Sodium Hydroxide uses include the manufacture of pulp and paper, textiles, drain cleaners, soaps and detergents.

Specific Gravity		2.13
Appearance		White
Assay		NaOH 99.0% minimum Na₂CO₃ 0.9% max NaCl 0.15% max Fe₂O₃ 0.005% max
pH		13-14 (0.5% solution)
Solubility		111g/100 g water

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