CAUSTIC SODA PEARLS

caustic soda pearls in Kenya

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Caustic Soda Flake/Solid/Pearl.
Molecular Formula: NaOH

Appearance: White flakes, solid, pearl.

Specifications:

Composing

Flake/pearl/solid 96%

Flake/pearl/solid 98%

Flake/pearl/solid 99%

NaOH

96% Min.

98% Min.

99% Min.

Na2CO3

1% Max.

0.5% Max.

0.4% Max.

NaCl

2% Max.

0.03% Max.

0.015% Max.

Fe2O3

0.01% Max.

0.005% Max.

0.001% Max

Caustic soda pearls, also known as sodium hydroxide pellets, are a highly versatile chemical used in various industries for different applications. Below is a table that outlines some of the primary applications across different sectors:

IndustryApplicationPurpose/Use
Chemical ManufacturingProduction of other chemicalsUsed as a base in the manufacture of various chemicals like solvents, plastics, synthetic fibers, etc.
Water TreatmentpH adjustment and removal of heavy metals and other impuritiesUsed to treat water, making it safer for drinking or industrial use.
Paper & PulpDelignification and bleaching of pulpHelps in breaking down lignin to separate fibers and whitening the pulp.
Soap and DetergentSaponification of fats and oilsEssential in the production of soaps and detergents.
Petroleum ProductsRefining petroleum productsUsed in the process to remove acidic contaminants.
Food ProcessingCleaning and peeling of fruits and vegetablesUsed in food preparation and processing to peel fruits and vegetables chemically.
Textile IndustryProcessing of textilesUsed in the mercerizing process to improve the strength and appearance of textile fibers.
MiningOre processingUsed in the extraction and processing of metals from ores.
Aluminum ProductionBauxite ore processingHelps in converting bauxite into aluminum oxide.
PharmaceuticalsDrug formulation and manufacturingUsed in various stages of drug synthesis.
Glass MakingGlass makingInvolved in the preparation of glass materials.

These applications showcase the broad utility of caustic soda pearls across various industrial processes, capitalizing on its properties as a strong base and a reactive agent.