Sodium Hydroxide Pellets SQ 500G

About Sodium Hydroxide Pellets SQ 500G

• Form: White, crystalline, odorless solid pellets.
• Solubility: Highly soluble in water, producing a strongly alkaline solution.
• Hygroscopic: Deliquescent, meaning it readily absorbs moisture from the air, which is why proper storage is crucial.
• Chemical Formula: NaOH.
• CAS Number: 1310-73-2.
• Melting Point: 318 C (604 F).
• Boiling Point: 1,388 C (2,530 F).

• Industrial Applications:
  • Paper manufacturing.
  • Water treatment.
  • Food preparation.
  • Industrial cleaning.
  • Detergent manufacturing.
  • Textile, cellophane, and pulp and paper production.
  • Soaps and detergents.
  • Etching and electroplating.
• Laboratory Applications:
  • Adjusting the pH of solutions.
  • Analytical reagents.
  • Cell staining procedure.
• Other Applications:
  • Production of anticoagulants and cholesterol-lowering drugs.
  • Chemical synthesis.
  • Organic synthesis.
  • Personal care.
  • Electronics.
  • Food and beverage.
  • Pharmaceuticals and medicine.
• Other Names: Caustic soda, lye.

• Corrosive: Sodium hydroxide is a strongly caustic alkali and base, highly corrosive to skin and eyes.
• Hazardous: It can cause severe burns by all exposure routes.
• Exothermic Reaction: Dissolving in water is a highly exothermic reaction, liberating heat.
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible materials (e.g., acids).
• Handling: Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), such as gloves and eye protection, when handling.