CAUSTIC SODA FLAKES / PEARLS 99%
CAS No:1310-73-2
HS:28151100
Chemical formula: NaOH
Molecular weight: 40.00
CAS number:1310-73-2
EINECS number: 215-185-5
Melting point: 318.4ºC
Boiling point: 1390ºC
Density: 2.13 g/cm³
Description
Sodium hydroxide (also known as caustic soda and caustic soda), whose chemical formula is NaOH, is a highly corrosive alkali, generally white flake or granule, which can be dissolved in water to generate alkaline solution, and also can be dissolved in methanol and ethanol.
This alkaline substance is deliquescent, which can absorb water vapor in the air and acid gases such as carbon dioxide.
Specifications:
Storage:
Store the product in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from combustible substances. Keep the container tightly closed when not in use and avoid storing it near alkaline or organic substances. It should be stored away from heated areas, sparks, and flames. Do not add any other material to the container and avoid storing it in a damp atmosphere. Take precautions to prevent contact with eyes, skin, or clothing. Refrain from smoking or consuming food while handling the product. Follow good storage and handling practices and wash thoroughly after handling. Keep it away from flammable substances.
Application:
Sodium hydroxide (NaOH), also known as caustic soda. White semi transparent sheet-like solid, sodium hydroxide has strong alkalinity and high corrosiveness. It can be used as acid neutralizer, precipitator, precipitating masking agent, chromogenic agent, saponifying agent, stripping agent, detergent, etc. It is a basic chemical raw material widely used in light textile industries such as papermaking, synthetic detergents, soap, viscose fibers, rayon, cotton, etc; Pesticide, dye, rubber and chemical industries Petroleum drilling, petroleum industry for refining petroleum grease and tar, national defense industry, machinery industry, wood processing, metallurgical industry, pharmaceutical industry and urban construction.
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