Sodium Hydroxide 50% solution

Sodium Hydroxide, also known as caustic soda (NaOH), is a highly versatile chemical that is used in a variety of industrial applications. In the maritime industry, caustic soda is commonly used in scrubbers as part of the exhaust gas cleaning process. Also used as additive for tank cleaning processes.

New Age Chemicals offers all solution grades and also Solid Sodium Hydroxide.

BACKGROUND

The use of Sodium Hydroxide in scrubbers is critical for compliance with regulations such as the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) MARPOL Annex VI, which sets limits on sulphur emissions from ships. By using Sodium Hydroxide in scrubbers, vessels can significantly reduce their emissions and avoid costly fines for non-compliance. Overall, caustic soda plays an important role in the maritime industry by helping to reduce harmful emissions and promote sustainability.

As an additive, it is also used for tank cleaning.

CHARACTERISTICS

Synonyms		Sodium Hydroxide, Lye, White caustic, Sodium hydrate, NaOH
Chemical Formula		NAOH
CAS Number		1310-73-2
pH (50% solution @ 20oC)		14
Melting Point (50% solution @ 20oC)		12oC
Boiling Point (50% solution @ 20oC)		135oC
Density (50% solution @ 20oC)		1.53 g/cm3
Form		Liquid

USES AND APPLICATIONS

KEY APPLICATIONS		INDUSTRIES
Water treatment Cleaning products Oilseed extraction Oil and Gas Pulp and paper Textile handling Household industrial Soaps and detergents Bleaching agent		Energy Services Pharma Pulp & Paper Cleaning CASE & Construction Polymers Mining Water Treatment Beauty & Personal Care Animal Nutrition Food & Nutrition Lubricants Agriculture Chemical Processing Rubber