Caustic soda lye-48 %
Caustic soda lye is one of the most widely used chemical in the industry. It is a solution of Sodium Hydroxide in Water. It is a strong base with a wide range of applications in different industries. It is obtained from electrolysis of salt.
- Other Names
- Sodium hydroxide, White caustic, Sodium hydrate,Lye
- Chemical Formula
- NaOH
- CAS No
- 1310-73-2
- Molar Mass
- 40 g/mol
| TEST | RESULT |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, Colourless Liquid |
| Sodium Hydroxide Conc. | 47 % |
| Sodium Carbonate (As Na2CO3) | 0.40 % - max |
| Chloride Content(As NaCl) | 0.05 |
| Iron (As Fe) | 15-25 ppm |
Applications:
Regeneration of ion-exchange resins in water treatment plants.
Manufacture of soaps and detergents.
Digestion of aluminium ore to make alumina as an intermediate in the production of aluminium.
Digestion of wood and bagasse for manufacture of pulp and paper.
Digestion of wood for manufacture of viscose staple fibre, viscose filament yarn and rayon tyre cord.
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