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Caustic Soda Lye

Caustic Soda Lye (Liquid Sodium Hydroxide)

Caustic Soda Lye, also known as Sodium Hydroxide, CAS 1310-73-2, is supplied in bulk by Aethon Chemicals, a supplier and exporter of industrial chemicals based in Ankleshwar GIDC, Gujarat, India. It is commonly used in textile processing, paper & pulp industry, soap & detergent manufacturing, water & effluent treatment. We supply buyers across India and export to 15+ countries, with TDS and MSDS available on request.

Key facts

Chemical NameSodium Hydroxide
Chemical Formula(NaOH)
FormClear to slightly hazy liquid
Purity & Grade47% – 49% (Industrial Grade)
CAS No.1310-73-2
HSN Code28151200
CategoryInorganic Chemicals
Supplied fromAnkleshwar GIDC, Gujarat, India
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Main uses of Caustic Soda Lye

  • Textile Processing
  • Paper & Pulp Industry
  • Soap & Detergent Manufacturing
  • Water & Effluent Treatment
  • Chemical Manufacturing
  • Petroleum Refining
  • Alumina Industry
  • Pharmaceutical Intermediates (controlled use)

Product Overview

At Aethon Chemicals, we supply high-quality Caustic Soda Lye (Liquid Sodium Hydroxide) manufactured by India’s top chlor-alkali producers, including:

  • GACL (Gujarat Alkalies & Chemicals Limited)

  • DCM Shriram

  • Aditya Birla Grasim

  • Epigram

We are a reliable supplier of GACL Caustic Soda Lye, and also supply DCM Shriram, Aditya Birla Grasim, and Epigram grades based on customer specifications. Caustic Soda Lye is widely used in bulk chemical production, effluent treatment, textiles, paper mills, soap & detergent manufacturing, alumina processing, and oil refining due to its strong alkalinity and high reactivity.

We ensure consistent supply, tanker and drum packaging options, and competitive industrial pricing, making us a trusted partner for large-scale procurement.

Chemical & Physical Properties

Parameter

Specification

Formula

NaOH

Molecular Weight

39.99 g/mol

Appearance

Clear / slightly hazy liquid

Purity (as NaOH)

47% – 49%

Solubility

Fully miscible with water

pH (solution)

> 13 (highly alkaline)

Density

~1.515 g/cm³ (at 20°C)

Odor

Odorless, strongly caustic

Nature

Corrosive alkaline solution

Applications

  • Textile Processing: Scouring, bleaching & mercerization

  • Paper & Pulp Industry: Pulp digestion & bleaching

  • Soap & Detergent Manufacturing: Key alkaline ingredient

  • Water & Effluent Treatment: pH adjustment & neutralization

  • Chemical Manufacturing: Sodium-based intermediates & organics

  • Petroleum Refining: Desulfurization & oil treatment

  • Alumina Industry: Used in bauxite ore digestion

  • Pharmaceutical Intermediates (controlled use): pH stabilization

Handling & Safety

Aspect

Information

Hazards

Strongly corrosive; causes severe burns on contact

PPE

Use gloves, goggles, mask/face shield & chemical apron

Storage

Store in corrosion-resistant tanks, away from acids & CO₂

Spillage

Contain and dilute with water; neutralize with weak acid

First Aid

Rinse immediately with water; seek medical assistance

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions about Caustic Soda Lye

Caustic Soda Lye is used in textile processing, paper & pulp industry, soap & detergent manufacturing, water & effluent treatment, chemical manufacturing, petroleum refining. Aethon Chemicals supplies it in industrial grades for these applications across India and abroad.

We supply Caustic Soda Lye as 47% – 49% (Industrial Grade). Tell us your required grade and specification and we will confirm availability and share the TDS.

The price of Caustic Soda Lye depends on grade, quantity, packaging and destination, and moves with raw-material markets, so we quote per enquiry. Share the product, quantity, grade and destination through our contact form, email or WhatsApp and our team responds within 24 hours with a detailed quote.

The MOQ depends on the product and grade. For bulk industrial chemicals it typically starts from 25 kg or 200-litre drums, while laboratory-grade material may be available in smaller packs. Mention your preferred pack size and quantity in your enquiry.

Density: ~1.515 g/cm³ (at 20°C); Molecular Weight: 39.99 g/mol; Solubility: Fully miscible with water; Appearance: Clear / slightly hazy liquid. Full specifications are given in the TDS, available on request.

Store in corrosion-resistant tanks, away from acids & CO₂. Always follow the storage guidance in the MSDS supplied with each shipment.

Hazards: Strongly corrosive; causes severe burns on contact. Recommended protection: Use gloves, goggles, mask/face shield & chemical apron. Handle it as described in the MSDS.

Spillage: Contain and dilute with water; neutralize with weak acid. First aid: Rinse immediately with water; seek medical assistance.

The CAS number of Caustic Soda Lye is 1310-73-2 and its HSN code is 28151200.

Yes. Every shipment comes with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and the Technical Data Sheet (TDS) is available on request. All products go through QA/QC inspection, purity testing and batch validation.

Yes. You can request a sample of Caustic Soda Lye to test in your process before placing a bulk order — use the quote or contact form and mention your application.

Yes. We supply Caustic Soda Lye across India and export to 15+ countries from Ankleshwar GIDC, Gujarat. Payment options include advance payment, Letter of Credit (LC), Documents against Payment (DP) and credit terms for established clients.
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