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Sodium hydroxide (pellets) Food Grade
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Sodium hydroxide pellets are a versatile chemical base used extensively in food processing, pH regulation, and cleaning applications. This food grade product has the CAS number 1310-73-2, molecular formula NaOH, and a molecular weight of 40.00. It is stored at ambient temperatures and carries a danger signal word. Molekula supplies Sodium hydroxide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 90035796
- CAS Number
- 1310-73-2
- IUPAC Name
- sodium hydroxide
- EC Number
- 215-185-5
- Molecular Formula
- NaOH
- Molecular Weight
- 40.00
- Exact Mass
- 39.9925
- SMILES
- [OH-].[Na+]
- InChIKey
- HEMHJVSKTPXQMS-UHFFFAOYSA-M
- InChI
- InChI=1S/Na.H2O/h;1H2/q+1;/p-1
- PubChem CID
- 14798
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Appearance
- White, orthogonal crystals
- Odour
- Odorless
- Melting Point
- 323 °C
- Boiling Point
- 1388 °C
- Density
- 2.13 g/cm³ 25 °C
- Solubility (other solvents)
- 1 g dissolves in 7.2 mL absolute alcohol, 4.2 mL methanol; also soluble in glycerol
- Vapour Pressure
- 1.82 × 10⁻²¹ mmHg at 25 °C (extrapolated)
Source: PubChem CID 14798 (HSDB)
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sodium hydroxide (pellets) Food Grade used for?
It is commonly used in food processing for pH adjustment, peeling of fruits and vegetables, and as a cleaning agent for food processing equipment.
What are the chemical formula and molecular weight of this product?
The chemical formula is NaOH and the molecular weight is 40.00 g/mol.
How should Sodium hydroxide (pellets) be stored?
This product should be stored at ambient temperature in a tightly closed container, away from moisture and incompatible substances.
What grade of Sodium hydroxide is available?
We supply this product in Food Grade quality.
Can Molekula supply this product in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can provide Sodium hydroxide in various quantities, from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) detailing the hazards associated with the 'Danger' signal word.
Related products
Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.