Sodium hydroxide - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
|
|
Sodium hydroxide ( NaOH ), also known as lye and caustic soda , is a caustic metallic base. It is used in many industries, mostly as a strong chemical base in the manufacture of pulp and paper,...
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sodium_hydroxide
|
|
|
Sodium hydroxide is a manufactured chemical. It is present in several domestic cleaning products. Very low levels can produce irritation of the skin and eyes. Exposure to the solid or concentrated liquid can cause severe burns in the eyes, skin, and gastrointestinal tract which may ultimately lead to death. ... 1310-73-2...
|
www.atsdr.cdc.gov/tfacts178.html
|
|
|
|
At room temperature, anhydrous sodium hydroxide is a white crystalline, odorless solid that absorbs moisture from the air. It is produced as flakes, pellets, sticks, and cakes. When dissolved in water or neutralized with acid, it liberates substantial heat, which may be sufficient to ignite combustible materials.
|
www.atsdr.cdc.gov/MHMI/mmg178.html
|
|
|
|
Sodium hydroxide is a very strong chemical that is also known as lye and caustic soda. This article discusses poisoning from touching, breathing in (inhaling), or swallowing sodium hydroxide.
|
www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002487.htm
|
|
|
|
|
Synonyms: Caustic soda; lye; sodium hydroxide solid; sodium hydrate ; CAS No.: 1310-73-2 ; Molecular Weight: 40.00 ; Chemical Formula: NaOH ; Product Codes:; J.T. Baker: 1508, 3717, 3718, 3721, 3722, 3723, 3728, 3734, 3736, 5045, 5565 ;
|
www.jtbaker.com/msds/englishhtml/s4034.htm
|
|
; Briefly, what do I need to know about sodium hydroxide solutions in an emergency situation?; Where do you find sodium hydroxide solutions?; What should I know about the composition and purity of sodium hydroxide solutions?; What are some synonyms for sodium hydroxide solutions?; With so many names for sodium hydroxide...
|
www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/chemicals/chem_profiles/sodium_...
www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/chemicals/chem_profiles/sodium_hydroxide/basic_sod.html
|
|
CAS 1310-73-2 ... Synonyms & Trade Names ; Caustic soda, Lye, Soda lye, Sodium hydrate DOT ID & Guide ; 1823 154 (dry, solid); 1824 154 (solution) ... NIOSH REL: C 2 mg/m3...
|
www.cdc.gov/niosh/npg/npgd0565.html
|
|
Lye, also known as caustic soda, is the common name for Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH). Lye is commercially used, most commonly, in the manufacture of paper, textiles and detergents. ... Pure sodium hydroxide is a white solid which is available in flakes, pellets, beads, granules and also a 50% saturated solution.
|