Molekula
Sodium hydroxide pellets - Ph. Eur, BP, USP, NF, FCC
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Sodium hydroxide pellets are a highly caustic alkali used in industrial cleaning, pH regulation, and chemical synthesis, including food-grade applications. This reagent-grade product meets Ph. Eur, BP, USP, NF, and FCC standards for purity and safety. CAS 1310-73-2, molecular formula NaOH (MW 40.00), stored at ambient conditions. Hazardous—handle with care (Signal word: Danger). Molekula supplies sodium hydroxide pellets from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White Pellets |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤ 200mg/kg |
| Appearance of Solution | Clear, colourless to slighty coloured solution (5% aq.) |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤ 20mg/kg |
| Assay (Titration) | 98.00 - 100.50% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 10mg/kg |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 0.50mg/kg |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤ 0.10mg/kg |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 3mg/kg |
| Potassium (K) | ≤ 0.10% |
| Sodium (Na) | 54.0 - 59.8% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 200mg/kg |
| Insoluble substances and organic matter | Clear, colourless to slighty coloured solution (5% aq.) |
| Sodium carbonate (Na2CO3) | ≤ 0.50% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Base |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| 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)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90035348 |
| 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 |
| UN Number | UN1823 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 28151100 |
| Tariff Code | 2815110000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- H290 May be corrosive to metals
- H314 (sub cat. 1A) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is sodium hydroxide pellets (Ph. Eur, BP, USP, NF, FCC) commonly used for?
Sodium hydroxide pellets are widely used in food processing (e.g., pH adjustment, oil refining), pharmaceuticals, water treatment, and chemical manufacturing, including soap and detergent production.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of sodium hydroxide pellets?
The chemical formula is **NaOH**, and the molecular weight is **40.00 g/mol**.
How should sodium hydroxide pellets be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture, carbon dioxide, and incompatible substances like acids or aluminum.
What grades of sodium hydroxide pellets does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **Ph. Eur, BP, USP, NF, and FCC grades** of sodium hydroxide pellets, meeting strict regulatory standards for pharmaceutical, food, and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply sodium hydroxide pellets in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply sodium hydroxide pellets in **bulk quantities** (e.g., drums, totes, or custom packaging) for large-scale industrial or commercial use.
What documentation comes with an order of sodium hydroxide pellets?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and batch-specific documentation confirming compliance with **Ph. Eur, BP, USP, NF, or FCC** as requested.
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