caustic soda CAS Number: 1310-73-2 Sodium hydroxide, also known as lye and caustic soda, is an inorganic compound with the formula NaOH. It is a white solid ionic compound consisting of sodium cations Na+ and hydroxide anions OH Sodium hydroxide is a popular strong base used in industry. Sodium hydroxide is used in the manufacture of sodium salts and detergents, pH regulation, and organic synthesis. In bulk, it is most often handled as an aqueous solution,since solutions are cheaper and easier to handle. Applications: Chemical pulping Tissue digestion Dissolving amphoteric metals and compounds Esterification and transesterification reagent Food preparation Cleaning agent Relaxer Paint stripper Water treatment Historical uses In cement mixes, mortars, concrete, grouts Experimental Flavonoids Summer-winter heat storage Sodium hydroxide is used in many industries: in the manufacture of pulp and paper, textiles, drinking water, soaps and detergents, and as a drain cleaner. Worldwide production in 2004 was approximately 60 million tons, while demand was 51 million tons. The output of our company can reach 200-500 metric tons per month, and the output can be increased upon request.The net weight of each bag is 25 kg, 40 inch FCL has 1000bags,25tons.