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Sodium Hydroxide – Lye
Sodium Hydroxide is an ingredient with multiple uses, it is used in household cleaners, food curing and soap making. This ingredient is responsible for the saponification process of soap making.
Due to shipping regulations there is a 5 pound limit per order. If you need more than 5 pounds then a new order must be made.
Description
Sodium Hydroxide - Lye
Sodium Hydroxide is an ingredient with multiple uses. It is used in everything from household cleaners to food curing and, of course, soap making. Lye is responsible for the saponification process in soap making. Saponification is where fats and oils are mixed with an alkali and are then neutralized--thus creating soap.
STORAGE
When storing Sodium Hydroxide refrain from using glass as this ingredient is mildly corrosive against it. It is recommended to use air-tight plastic containers as sodium hydroxide is sensitive to air moisture and can slowly dissolve if left in open air.
SHIPPING
Due to shipping regulations there is a 5 pound limit per order. If you need more than 5 pounds then a new, separate order must be made.
DISCLAIMER
Sodium Hydroxide can be very dangerous, it is strongly recommended you wear appropriate protective gear and to be under supervision during handling of both the dry Sodium Hydroxide and the Lye Solution. Please keep this material far away from children as contact could cause chemical burns. Due to the dangers of this product it is only shipped UPS Ground to the lower 48 states.
- You are at least 18 years of age.
- You understand the dangers of this material and assume all responsibility for its use and storage.
- You will only use this product for soap making or any other legal use.
Use this batch calculator to help you determine exactly how much you need to use of this ingredient for your next batch.
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Additional Notes
These are only suggested usage rates. Each formulation is different and you must test in small batches to find the percentages that work best for you. Always start by mixing in a low percentage, then gradually add until you reach your desired result.
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How pure is this lye, 100% NaOH? Also, if I order 4 lbs does it arrive in multiple containers or just one big container? -
Good Morning, our lye is 99% pure. If you order 4 lbs, they are packed in 1 lb jars, but there is a discount at 5 lbs, and that comes in a 5 lb jar. Thank you
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