Soda lye - aqueous solution

Soda lye (sodium hydroxide in water solution) is one of the basic chemical raw materials, which is used in almost all branches of industry. Literature data also confirm the disinfecting properties of sodium hydroxide. The main recipient of soda lye is the construction industry, which uses the product in:

• the process of obtaining water glass from silica, which is a component of high-quality silicone adhesives and paints,
• production of titanium white, which is one of the basic components of paints,
• production of synthetic dyes,
• in the process of producing specialist surfactants for the construction and construction industry as:

- sodium carrier in the synthesis of specialized ionic surfactants, - catalyst (reagent) for the ethoxylation and propoxylation process, - neutralizer (reagent) for the sulfonation process,

• the final stage of the production process of additives for plastics used, among others, in construction, as a neutralizing agent,
• production of additives for concrete and cement mortars (superplasticizers, dispersants) as a neutralizing substance.

Other uses of soda lye:

• synthesis of various organic and inorganic compounds (e.g. as a raw material (sodium carrier) for the production of ionic surfactants),
• pulp and paper industry (crushing, lignin removal, pulp bleaching and wastewater treatment processes),
• an ingredient of disinfection products in the agricultural and food industry,
• processes for obtaining aluminum from bauxites,
• production of soaps and detergents,
• neutralization of acidic waste streams and purification of waste gases from acidic components,
• textile industry - cotton processing, dyeing of synthetic fibers (such as nylon or polyester),
• water treatment processes,
• production of dyes, bleaches,
• obtaining artificial silk,
• rubber production and rubber regeneration,
• mining industry,
• refining crude oil and mineral oils,
• as a laboratory reagent

Hazard statements :

H290 May be corrosive to metals.

H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Precautionary statements:

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.