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Caustic Soda (Sodium Hydroxide)

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Premium Food-Grade Sodium Hydroxide (Lye) Micro Pearls – essential high-purity alkali for cold-process soap making. This caustic soda ensures complete saponification, hard bars, and creamy lather. Micro-pearl form dissolves quickly and consistently. PICK UP ONLY from Springvale South, VIC – Dangerous Goods (no shipping).

Product Info

Specs

Form: White micro pearls/beads – easy to weigh and dissolve

Purity: Food-grade, high-purity (no fillers)

Appearance: Small, uniform pearls

Common Usage: 135-140g per kg oils (always use lye calculator)

Shelf Life: 2 years when stored sealed and dry

Packaging: Secure, labelled containers

Classification: Dangerous Goods Class 8 (corrosive)

Availability: Pick up only – Springvale South warehouse, VIC

Benefits

Reliable Saponification: Pure micro pearls dissolve quickly for smooth, complete reactions.

Hard, Long-Lasting Bars: Promotes hardness and durability in finished soaps.

Creamy Lather Boost: Pair with sodium lactate or high-lather oils for luxurious bubbles.

Professional Control: Consistent purity allows precise superfat (5-8%) for gentle cleansing.

Versatile: Also suitable for pH adjustment or heavy-duty cleaning.

Product Safety
  • Mandatory PPE: Always wear gloves, goggles, long sleeves, and work in a well-ventilated area.
  • Mixing Rule: Add lye to water slowly (never water to lye) – stir outdoors or with ventilation to avoid fumes.
  • Skin/Eye Contact: Causes severe burns – rinse immediately with water for 15+ minutes; seek medical help.
  • Ingestion/Inhalation: Dangerous – do not taste or inhale dust/fumes.
  • Storage: Keep sealed, child-proof, cool/dry place away from acids, metals, and moisture.
  • Spills: Neutralise with vinegar; clean thoroughly.
  • Children/Pets: Store securely out of reach.

Shipping

Collections from Springvale: Please allow 24 hours for all collection in store. If same day pickup is required, please contact us to discuss.

Shipping: We ship Australia Wide

FAQs

Questions

Is this sodium hydroxide suitable for soap making?
Yes – food-grade micro pearls provide consistent, reliable saponification for professional cold-process results.

How do I calculate the amount needed?
Use a reputable lye calculator (e.g., SoapCalc). Typical range: 135-140g per kg oils. Always double-check.

Why is shipping restricted?
Classified as Dangerous Goods (Class 8 corrosive) – pick up only from Springvale South, VIC. No courier delivery.

How should I mix lye safely?
Add lye slowly to cold water (38-43°C), stir gently outdoors. Wear full PPE and avoid fumes.

What makes micro pearls better?
Dissolve faster and more evenly than flakes for smoother batter and consistent results.

Can it be used for cleaning?
Yes – powerful degreaser (e.g., ovens), but handle with extreme caution and ventilation.

How to store it safely?
In original sealed container, cool/dry/child-proof location. Avoid humidity to prevent caking.

Is it food-grade?
Yes – high-purity suitable for soap and certain food applications (with proper handling).

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