Flaked caustic soda

Sodium hydroxide (NaOH) is the most common alkali in the world. Granulated caustic soda has spherical or hemispherical white granules, light coloring is allowed. It is characterized by excellent solubility in water and alcohol solutions. In the process of interaction with acids, dissolution in water, dilution of an aqueous solution, a large amount of heat is released. The substance can destroy glass and porcelain objects, organic materials, including fabric and leather. Caustic soda exhibits an active reaction with light metals and their alloys, which is accompanied by the release of large amounts of hydrogen. By interacting with carbon dioxide in the air, sodium hydroxide binds it. As a result, over time, a white precipitate forms - soda ash. The substance does not react with carbon and chromium-nickel steel, most rubber materials and synthetic polymers.

Its scope covers many industries:
- chemical industry (caustic soda is used for titration of aluminum, neutralization of acids, production of detergents and various oils, and also as a reaction catalyst);
- pulp and paper industry (for the production of various types of paper, cardboard, wood fiber boards, etc.);
- food industry (as a food additive E524 for the production of various drinks, ice cream, chocolate, etc., as well as for cleaning food equipment);
- automotive industry (for the production of alkaline batteries);
- light industry (as a bleach for fabrics, mainly cotton, linen, and also in the production of silk);
- for the production of biofuel.