Product Overview
Caustic Soda, also known as Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH), is a highly versatile and widely used inorganic chemical. It is available in two major commercial forms: Caustic Soda Flakes and Caustic Soda Lye.
At Narsimor Global Private Limited, we supply high‑purity Caustic Soda suitable for industrial, manufacturing, chemical processing, and export applications.
Chemical Information
- Chemical Name: Sodium Hydroxide
- Formula: NaOH
- CAS Number: 1310-73-2
- HS Code: 28151100 (Flakes), 28151200 (Lye)
- Appearance:
- Flakes: White, solid flakes
- Lye: Clear, colorless liquid (typically 48–50% concentration)
Grades Available
✔ Caustic Soda Flakes – 98% / 99%
- Used for textiles, detergents, soap making, paper, chemicals.
✔ Caustic Soda Lye – 48% / 50%
- Used for water treatment, petroleum refining, food processing (approved grades available), chemical industries.
Applications
1. Detergent & Soap Manufacturing
- Essential for saponification and detergent production.
2. Textile Industry
- Mercerization and dyeing processes.
3. Paper & Pulp Industry
- Delignification and bleaching.
4. Water Treatment
- pH control and neutralization.
5. Chemical Manufacturing
- Widely used as a strong base for many industrial reactions.
6. Petroleum Industry
- Refining and desulfurization.
7. Aluminum Processing
- Bayer process for alumina extraction.
8. Food Industry (Food‑grade lye)
- pH adjustment
- Washing of fruits & vegetables
Typical Specifications – Caustic Soda Flakes
| Parameter | Specification |
| Purity (as NaOH) | 98–99% |
| Sodium Carbonate | ≤ 0.8% |
| Sodium Chloride | ≤ 0.1% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.005% |
| Appearance | White, dry flakes |
Typical Specifications – Caustic Soda Lye (48–50%)
| Parameter | Specification |
| NaOH Content | 48–50% |
| Sodium Carbonate | ≤ 0.5% |
| Sodium Chloride | ≤ 0.05% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 10 ppm |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid |
Packaging Options
Caustic Soda Flakes
- 25 kg HDPE Bags with inner liner
- 50 kg Bags (on request)
- Jumbo Bags (1 MT) for bulk export
Caustic Soda Lye
- 250 kg HDPE Drums
- 1000 L IBC Tanks
- ISO Tank Containers (bulk)
Storage & Handling
- Store in a cool, dry, well‑ventilated area
- Keep away from moisture (flakes are highly hygroscopic)
- Use protective gloves and eyewear
- Avoid contact with acids and organic materials
DG (Dangerous Goods) Classification & Hazard Information
- DG Status: Dangerous Goods (DG)
- UN Number: UN 1823 (Caustic Soda, Solid – Flakes)
- UN Number: UN 1824 (Caustic Soda, Solution – Lye)
- Hazard Class: 8 – Corrosive
- Packing Group: II
Hazards
- Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- Corrosive to metals
- Harmful if inhaled or swallowed
- Reacts vigorously with water; generates heat
- Handle using protective gloves, eyewear, and proper ventilation
Shipping Notes
- DG-approved packaging required
- DG declaration mandatory for export shipments
- Only licensed DG transporters permitted
- Higher freight cost due to hazard classification
Export Documentation Provided**
- COA (Certificate of Analysis)
- MSDS
- TDS
- Certificate of Origin (if required)
- Commercial Invoice & Packing List
- FCL/LCL shipment support
Major Export Markets
- Middle East
- Africa
- Southeast Asia
- South America
- Europe
Why Choose Narsimor Global for Caustic Soda?
- High‑purity flakes and lye with consistent quality
- Reliable bulk supply for industries
- Competitive export pricing
- Custom packaging and private label support
- On‑time delivery with full documentation
Buyer Inquiry Format
To receive a quote, please share:
- Type: Flakes or Lye
- Grade/Purity
- Quantity (bags, drums, IBCs, ISO tank)
- Destination port
- Intended application
For premium export‑grade Caustic Soda (Flakes or Lye), contact Narsimor Global Private Limited.