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Caustic Soda (Sodium Hydroxide)

Sodium Hydroxide (Lye) | Essential for Soap Making and Cleaning

Original price $12.00 - Original price $95.00
Original price $95.00
$12.00
$12.00 - $84.50
Current price $12.00

Premium Sodium Hydroxide (Lye) | Food-Grade Caustic Soda

 

 

Elevate cold process soap with sodium hydroxide. Perfect for creating natural handmade bars, this food-grade alkali ensures complete saponification and creamy lather. 

Cold Process Applications

Power up soap making with sodium hydroxide for CP soap Australia. Delivers reliable reaction, hardness and professional results.

  • Standard Recipe: 135–140g NaOH per kg oils (use lye calculator)
  • Superfat Control: 5–8% superfat with coconut oil for gentle cleansing
  • Trace Acceleration: Add to water at 38–43°C with sodium lactate for faster, smoother trace

Other Creative Uses

Explore beyond soap with food-grade caustic soda Australia — ideal for cleaning and pH crafts.

  • Oven Cleaner: 1–2 tbsp in water spray for grease removal
  • pH Up: Micro-dosing in skincare for alkali balance

Frequently Asked Questions About Sodium Hydroxide (Lye)

Q: Is sodium hydroxide safe for cold process soap in Australia?
A: Yes — 100% food-grade, high-purity, TGA-compliant when handled with PPE. Essential for natural soap making.

Q: How do I calculate lye for my recipe?
A: Use lye calculator (e.g., SoapCalc). Typical: 135–140g NaOH per kg oils. Always add lye to water, never reverse.

Q: Can it be used for cleaning?
A: Yes — powerful degreaser. Wear gloves/goggles; ventilate area.

Q: Why is shipping restricted?
A: Dangerous Goods (Class 8) — PICK UP ONLY from Springvale South, VIC. No courier shipping.

Q: Does it ship across Australia?
A: No — PICK UP ONLY (Springvale South warehouse)

Q: What makes your sodium hydroxide unique?
A: Food-grade, micro-pearl form, consistent purity — no fillers, reliable saponification, trusted by Aussie soap makers.

Q: How to store safely in Aussie homes?
A: Sealed, cool, dry, child-proof — label clearly. Use within 2 years; avoid humidity to prevent caking.

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PICK UP ONLY – DANGEROUS GOODS
This item cannot be shipped via courier.   Available for collection from Springvale South, VIC.

Sodium Hydroxide (Lye) | Essential for Soap Making and Cleaning