Caustic Soda Flakes

Product Details:

Caustic Soda Flakes (Sodium Hydroxide - NaOH) are a highly alkaline chemical compound that appears as white, odorless flakes. It is the solid form of sodium hydroxide (NaOH) and is highly soluble in water, generating heat when dissolved.
Properties of Caustic Soda Flakes.

• Chemical Formula: NaOH
• Appearance: White, semi-transparent flakes
• Solubility: Highly soluble in water, alcohol, and glycerin
• pH Level: Strongly alkaline (pH ~14 in concentrated form)
• Reactivity: Reacts with acids, organic compounds, and certain metals

Uses of Caustic Soda Flakes

• Chemical & Industrial Applications
• Used in the manufacturing of soaps, detergents, and cleaning agents
• Essential for pulp & paper production (helps in pulping wood)
• Used in the textile industry for mercerization of cotton

Water Treatment

• Neutralizes acids in water treatment plants
• Used to adjust pH levels

Petroleum & Refining Industry

• Helps in refining crude oil and removing impurities
• Used in the production of biodiesel

Food Industry (Limited Use in Processing)

• Used to peel fruits & vegetables (e.g., olives, potatoes)
• Helps in processing cocoa, chocolate, and soft drinks

Pharmaceutical & Medical Industry

• Used in drug manufacturing
• Key ingredient in some pain relievers and anticoagulants

Product Details:

Denatured ethanol is ethanol (ethyl alcohol) that has been treated with additives (denaturants) to make it toxic or undrinkable. These additives do not significantly affect its chemical properties but prevent human consumption.

Common Denaturants

• Methanol
• Isopropanol
• Acetone
• Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK)
• Pyridine
• Denatonium benzoate (a bittering agent)

Properties

• Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
• Odor: Alcoholic, sometimes with added unpleasant odor
• Boiling Point: ~78.3°C (172.9°F) (pure ethanol)
• Density: ~0.789 g/cm³ at 25°C
• Solubility: Miscible with water and many organic solvents
• Flash Point: ~13°C (55.4°F)

Uses

• Industrial Solvent: Used in paints, coatings, and cleaning solutions
• Fuel & Additive: Used in biofuels, camping stoves, and gasoline blends
• Disinfectant & Sanitizer: Used for surface cleaning and sterilization
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in perfumes, lotions, and sprays