Sodium Hydroxide for Soap Making (40 lb Pail)

Sodium Hydroxide (Caustic Soda Beads) – 40 lb pail

Also known as NaOH, caustic soda and lye. This is an inorganic chemical at minimum 99 pure. It is a white solid and highly caustic metallic base and alkali salt. Sodium hydroxide is soluble in water, ethanol and methanol. This alkali is deliquescent and readily absorbs moisture and carbon dioxide in air. In Soap Making: Lye is mixed with water to create a lye solution. Lye solution, when mixed with fats and oils, will cause a chemical reaction called saponification (fancy for soap). The result of saponification is beautiful handmade soap. In Cleaning: Industrial, or technical, grade lye is often used as a cleaner and is the active ingredient in common drain cleaners.

• Lye Drain Opener, Great for Opening and Removing Clogs, Cleaning Drains and Metals
• Technical Grade.
• Excellent for use as a Drain Cleaner, Grease Cutter or Electrolyte
• Multi-Purpose: Can be used for drain cleaning, paint stripping, Cleaning metals, stainless steel de-greaser, water treatment, cleaning glass bake ware and even Soap Making.
• Gloves and eye protection must we worn. (users must be cautious of potential burns when using for this method)
• For non-local deliveries (South Florida), This product will ship FedEx HazMat. Hazmat fees are already included in the price. Someone (over 18 years old) will be required to sign for the delivery. Cannot ship to Alaska or Hawaii.
• Sodium Hydroxide Beads come in a 40lb bucket.