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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

HSN Code

2815

Origin

India

Port of dispatch

On request

Export markets served

Global markets

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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

On request

Incorporation Type

On request

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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.

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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