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Caustic Soda Flakes / Lye

Name: Caustic Soda Flakes / Lye
SKU: 8616706
Availability: InStoreOnly

Sold by pearl polymers · Manufacturer, Retailer, Brand Owner, Distributor, Importer, Wholesaler, Women Entrepreneur · Medchal Malkajgiri

Price

Price on request

In stock

Minimum order: 1 Kilogram

Export Snapshot

MOQ

1 Kilogram

Lead time

On request

Packaging

Standard export packaging

Shelf life / longevity

As per product specification

HS Code

2815

Origin

India

Port of dispatch

On request

Export markets served

Global markets

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Importers · Distributors · Wholesalers

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pearl polymers

Manufacturer, Retailer, Brand Owner, Distributor, Importer, Wholesaler, Women Entrepreneur · Medchal Malkajgiri

Registered address: Medchal Malkajgiri, India. Industry: Rubber, Plastics & Polymers > Plastic Raw Materials.

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Established

1971

Employees

–

GST

36AAZFP0846L1ZG

IEC code

Not shared

Export markets

Global markets

GlobalLinker Member Since

Jun 2025

Turnover

Incorporation Type

On request

Verified Seller

Product details

What are the specifications of this product?

Overview

Caustic soda lye is a common industrial and household chemical—also known as Sodium hydroxide.A strong alkali (base) Chemical formula: NaOH Comes in flakes, pellets, or liquid form (lye solution) Highly corrosive

Product Description

⚙️ Common Uses

🏭 Industrial

Paper & pulp manufacturing
Textile processing
Soap & detergent production
Water treatment
Petroleum refining

🧼 Household

Drain cleaners
Oven cleaners
Soap making (saponification)

Description provided by pearl polymers.

Specifications

Product Title	Caustic Soda Flakes / Lye
Chemical Name	Sodium Hydroxide
Chemical Formula	NaOH
Form	Flakes
Alternative Form	Liquid lye solution
Chemical Type	Strong alkali / base
Key Properties	Highly corrosive, reactive, and water soluble
Industrial Applications	Paper & pulp manufacturing, textile processing, soap & detergent production, water treatment, petroleum refining
Household Applications	Drain cleaners, oven cleaners, soap making
MOQ	1
DOM Unit	Kilogram
Store Name	PEARL POLYMERS

Use cases

Category	Industrial Chemicals > Alkalis > Sodium Hydroxide
Primary application	Wholesale, distribution, and international sourcing
Brand	Not specified
Product type	Product

Logistics & handling

Lead time	On request
Packaging	As per buyer requirement
Storage condition	As recommended by supplier
Origin	India
Form	Flakes

Commercials (this seller)

Minimum order	1 Kilogram
Lead time	On request
Payment terms	As per negotiated commercial agreement.
Checkout type	enquiry

Buyer questions

Frequently asked by buyers

Common questions B2B buyers ask before sourcing Caustic Soda Flakes / Lye. Answers compiled from verified sellers' commercial terms and platform data.

Q: What makes sodium hydroxide flakes preferred over liquid lye for industrial procurement?

A: Flakes are easier to store, transport, and dose in bulk operations, and they typically offer better handling convenience than liquid lye for buyers who need a solid raw material.

Q: Which manufacturing processes commonly require caustic soda flakes as a raw material?

A: Caustic soda flakes are commonly used in paper and pulp processing, textile scouring and mercerization, soap and detergent production, water treatment, and petroleum refining.

Q: Why are safety considerations critical when handling caustic soda flakes?

A: Sodium hydroxide is highly corrosive and can cause severe damage to skin, eyes, and materials, so appropriate protective equipment, dry storage, and controlled handling are necessary.

Q: How does caustic soda support soap production in industrial settings?

A: It is used in saponification, the chemical reaction that converts fats and oils into soap, making it a core ingredient in soap manufacturing.

Q: Can caustic soda flakes be used in water treatment applications?

A: Yes, they are used to adjust pH and support neutralization processes in water treatment and wastewater handling systems.

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