Caustic

Caustic soda

Caustic soda, also known as sodium hydroxide (NaOH) and Flakes, is a type of caustic soda. Because of the salt's corrosive nature on plant tissues and animals, this name was given. It is a useful alkali. It is a highly alkaline and caustic base that degrades proteins at room temperature and causes severe chemical burns. Sodium hydroxide is a white solid ionic compound composed of OH- anions and Na+ cations.

Caustic soda Flakes Properties:

Properties Product Specification
Formula NaOH
Made By GACL
Packing 25/50 kg HOPE bags with inner HM-HDPE liner
Purity High purity Caustic Soda and Free flowing white deliquescent pieces

 

Handling and Storage : Caustic soda Flakes

When handling caustic soda flakes, it is crucial to follow proper safety precautions. Wear protective gloves, goggles, and clothing to prevent direct contact with the flakes. Work in a well-ventilated area to avoid inhaling fumes. Store caustic soda flakes in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated space, away from moisture and incompatible materials. Keep the flakes tightly sealed in their original container and ensure proper labeling for easy identification. Be cautious as caustic soda flakes are highly corrosive and can cause severe burns, so handle them with care and follow appropriate safety guidelines.

 

Caustic soda Flakes Structure

Slowly dissolves in water and easy to use QCD has the most modern instruments to analyse specific tests on demand.

Ingredients and Specifications

Properties Product Specification
Sodium Hydroxide (as NaOH) on dry basis 99.50% min
Sodium Carbonate (as Na2CO3) 00.40% max.
Chloride 0.03% max
Irons (as Fe+++) 20.00 ppm max.

Industries where Caustic soda Flakes is used

Manufacturers and researchers in the industrial sector keep coming up with new ideas for using Caustic soda Flakes. At present, this organic compound is used as:

  • Pulp & Paper
  • Textiles
  • Soaps and Detergents
  • Petroleum Products
  • Aluminum Metal
  • Chemical Process
  • Bleach Manufacturing