Caustic Soda is one of the common names for sodium hydroxide (NaOH), which is also known as lye. Its common name derives from its chemical identity as a sodium hydrate and because it is caustic or corrosive. In pure form, caustic soda is a waxy, white solid. It readily absorbs water and forms aqueous solutions.
Lye is used for soap making, candle making, homemade biodiesel, frosting glass, making several foods, and for chemistry experiments.Commercial caustic soda is classified into solid types and liquid types according to its phases as well as into industrial, reagent, and Japanese Pharmacopoeia grades according to its uses. Of the solid types of commercial caustic soda, flaked caustic soda is also a commercial product. Caustic soda is the most popular alkali in the world. It is classified in the group of strong chemical bases, as it completely dissociates (dissolves) in water. All household washing agents, shampoo and soap have a certain amount of caustic soda added to them.
It can be used in the manufacture of paper, polyester fiber and cardboard. In aluminum manufacture, caustic soda is added for pickling metal. Caustic soda is registered as a food additive (code E – 524). It is used to make crunchy crusts. Soda solutions are used at food factories as a very powerful washing agent which breaks down fats. This component must be used in peeling fruit. Solvents for unblocking pipes are also solutions of caustic soda.
Food uses of sodium hydroxide include washing or chemical peeling of fruits and vegetables, chocolate and cocoa processing, caramel coloring production, poultry scalding, soft drink processing, and thickening ice cream.
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