Sodium Hydroxide Pellets AR PurReagent >98.0%

PurReagent


Linear Formula:  NaOH 
Molecular Weight:  40.00 g/mol
CAS Number: 1310-73-2

Properties

Water Solubility 1090 g/L
Assay Purity >98%
B pt. 1390 °C at 1.013 hPa
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 98020000
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 8B - Non-combustible corrosive hazardous materials
UN Number 1823

Description

Application
Used in soap and detergent manufacturing (saponification). Applied in paper and pulp industry processing. Used for pH adjustment in chemical and water treatment processes. Employed in cleaning agents and drain cleaners.

Purpose
Acts as a strong base for neutralization reactions. Helps in breaking down fats and organic matter.Used to control acidity and facilitate chemical reactions.

General Description
Sodium hydroxide pellets (NaOH) also known as caustic soda are a common strong base used in many industries. It is a white solid material in pellet form. Highly soluble in water releasing heat (exothermic reaction). It is strongly alkaline and highly corrosive.