Description
The author is writing about the use of caustic soda in soap making. Lye, also known as sodium hydroxide, is an alkali used in this process. It is a caustic substance and can cause severe burns if it comes into contact with the skin or eyes. It is also not suitable for food use.
Caustic Soda, or lye, is an alkali used in soap making. It is also known as sodium hydroxide and has the chemical formula of NaOH. Lye reacts with the fats in oils to produce an opaque or cloudy, hard soap. It is all consumed in the chemical reaction and none remains once soap is produced.
Size: 500g, 1kg or 5L (4kg).
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INGREDIENTS
Sodium Hydroxide
98.5% minimum purity.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Always wear protective clothing when working with caustic soda
Avoid skin or eye contact
Avoid inhalation or ingestion
Can cause severe burns
If skin or eyes are contacted flush with water for 15 minutes
NB - This is not a food grade product and is not suitable for making food stuff.
This natural product is for external use only. Please exercise caution and do not ingest or take internally. Store away from children, animals, sunlight and heat. If pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult with your medical care-giver before use.
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