Sodium Hydroxide – Product Overview
Sodium Hydroxide is an essential ingredient in an array of industrial applications. It is an odourless and colourless liquid. Sodium Hydroxide is a highly corrosive and reactive chemical. It can be irritating to the skin, eyes and gastrointestinal tract. Please see the health and safety data sheet attached for further information.
Standard Products available
| Product | Strength | Grade | Shipment Size (tonnes) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium Hydroxide | 50% | Foodgrade | 15 to 27 |
| Sodium Hydroxide | 47% | Foodgrade | 15 to 27 |
| Sodium Hydroxide | 30% | Foodgrade | 15 to 25 |
Manufacture of Product
Sodium Hydroxide solution is typically produced in a Chloro-Alkali facility. Sodium Hydroxide supplied by Gouldings is manufactured using electrolysis utilising membrane cell technology. Salt in the form of brine is electrolysed to produce Sodium Hydroxide, Chlorine and Hydrogen.
Product Uses
Sodium Hydroxide’s primary applications are in the following industries
- Paper and Pulp
- Aluminium Production
- Chemical cleaning products
- Water Treatment
- Textiles
- Petroleum
Product Profile Sheets and Safety Data Sheets
Both product profile sheets and safety data sheets can be requested online via our product listings page here. They will issue almost instantly.
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