Sodium hydroxide Free-flowing, ACS PurReagent, anhydrous, pellets, >=97%

Acs PurReagent


Synonym:  Caustic soda
Linear Formula:  NaOH
Molecular Weight:  40.0 g/mol
CAS Number: 1310-73-2

Properties

Vapour pressure <18 mmHg ( 20 °C), 3 mmHg ( 37 °C)
Water Solubility 1.260 g/L at 20 °C
Assay Purity >=97%
M pt. 318 °C (lit.)
Density 2.13 g/cm3 at 20 °C
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H290,H314
Precautionary Statement  P234 - P260 - P280 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P304 + P340 + P310 - P305 + P351 + P338
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 28151200
Storage Temp. Store at Room Temperature
Storage Class 8B - Non-combustible corrosive hazardous materials

Description

Application
Used in chemical synthesis pH adjustment titrations cleaning and analytical procedures in labs pharmaceuticals and water treatment.

Purpose
Provides consistent reactivity and purity for precise experiments ensuring reliable results in reactions requiring strong bases while minimizing contamination.

General Description
It is a white highly corrosive water-soluble solid with the chemical formula NaOH. When dissolved in water it releases heat and forms a strongly basic solution. It is widely used in laboratories and many industrial processes because of its strong alkalinity and reactivity.