Sodium Hydroxide

Basic Information of Sodium Hydroxide

CAS No.:	1310-73-2
EC No.:	215-185-5
Linear Formula:	NaOH
Molecular Weight:	39.99711
Appearance:	White, odorless solid (flakes, pellets, granules)
Melting Point:	681 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point:	1390°C
Density:	1.515 g/mL at 20 °C
Solubility:	Highly soluble in water, releasing significant heat. Also soluble in ethanol and methanol.
Hygroscopic & Deliquescent:	Readily absorbs moisture and carbon dioxide from the air.
Corrosivity:	Highly corrosive to skin, eyes, and certain metals. Requires careful handling.
RIDADR:	UN 1823 8/PG 2
Chemical Structure:

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Primary Applications of Sodium Hydroxide

Sodium Hydroxide's powerful basicity and versatility make it a fundamental chemical with extensive applications across various industries:

1. Chemical Manufacturing:

   It is a primary raw material in the production of a vast array of chemicals, including organic chemicals, inorganic compounds, and various sodium salts. It's crucial for acid neutralization, pH adjustment, and as a reactant in numerous synthetic processes.

2. Pulp and Paper Industry:

   Sodium Hydroxide is extensively used in the Kraft process for pulping wood into paper, helping to dissolve lignin and separate cellulose fibers. It is also used in paper bleaching and deinking processes.

3. Water Treatment:

   It is employed for pH adjustment and neutralization of acidic wastewater, coagulation, and flocculation in municipal and industrial water treatment plants to remove heavy metals and other impurities.

4. Soap and Detergent Manufacturing:

   A key ingredient in the saponification process to produce soaps and detergents. It reacts with fats and oils to create soap, and is also used in the formulation of various cleaning products.

5. Alumina Production (Bayer Process):

   Sodium Hydroxide is vital in the Bayer process for refining bauxite ore to produce alumina, which is then used to manufacture aluminum metal.

6. Textile Industry:

   Used in the mercerization of cotton to enhance its strength, luster, and dye uptake. It also finds applications in fabric scouring and bleaching.

7. Petroleum and Natural Gas:

   Employed in refineries to remove acidic impurities (e.g., hydrogen sulfide, carbon dioxide) from crude oil and natural gas streams.

8. Food Industry:

   Used for various purposes including fruit and vegetable peeling, chocolate and cocoa processing, caramel coloring production, and poultry scalding. (Food-grade NaOH must be used for these applications).

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Hazards Classification

• GHS Classification: Corrosive (GHS05), Acute Toxicity (GHS07)

• Hazard Statements: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; harmful if swallowed.

• UN Number: UN 1823

• Hazard Class: 8 (Corrosive Substances)

• Packing Group: II