SODIUM HYDROXIDE NF/FCC PELLET

Appearance

White pellets

Description

One of its many characteristics is that it's a deliquescent alkali and absorbs carbon dioxide and moisture from the air. Food grade sodium hydroxide is used in the chemical washing and peeling of fruits and vegetables, softening of firm substances and as a thickening agent.

Function

The dissolution of solid sodium hydroxide in water creates a highly exothermic reaction (creates a lot of heat). One of its many characteristics is that it's a deliquescent alkali and absorbs carbon dioxide and moisture from the air. Used in many industries, most notably in the manufacture of pulp, paper, textiles, drinking water, detergents and as a pharmaceutical excipient.

Synonyms

Sodium Hydroxide NF/FCC Pellet; Unichem SOHYD; Lye; Caustic soda; Sodium hydrate; Soda lye

Storage

Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep away from metals.

Packages

250 Gram HDPE WM Bottle
5 lb. HDPE WM Bottle
5 kg. HDPE OH Pail
25 lb. Fiber Drum
25 kg. Pail
50 kg. FDRM- Kosher
110 lb. Drum [MALLK]
1 lb. Bulk

Industries

Pharmaceutical
industrial
food & bev.

Product Classes

Excipients
thickener
absorptions bases

Other

Origin: Synthetic
Shelf life: 3 years from mfg. date
Freight Classification: NMFC 46230 SUB 3 CLASS 85
Kosher Status: Not Kosher
Flash Point: N/A
Melting Point: 9-10 øC
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
Molecular Weight: 39.99 g/mol