Grades of Caustic Soda Flakes

OozeChem is a leading chemical supplier in the Gulf region, specializing in high quality Caustic Soda Flakes in multiple grades to serve a wide range of industrial and commercial needs. As trusted chemical suppliers in the UAE, Oman, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, OozeChem provides comprehensive chemical services and an extensive product portfolio covering industrial chemicals such as Molecular Sieve, Activated Carbon, Sodium Benzoate, Calcium Hypochlorite, and more ensuring optimum performance and compliance with international quality standards.

Caustic soda flakes the solid “flake” form of sodium hydroxide (NaOH) are among the most widely used alkalis in global industries. Selecting the correct grade of caustic soda flakes is essential for achieving optimal results, cost efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

What Are Caustic Soda Flakes?

Caustic Soda Flakes, or Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH), are essential alkaline chemicals widely used across various industries. Available in four distinct grades: Industrial, Food, Technical, and Pharmaceutical each grade caters to different application requirements. The flakes’ crystalline form offers excellent handling, rapid dissolution, and precise dosing characteristics.The grade determines its suitability for certain applications, based on chemical composition, purity, and permissible impurities.

The Importance of Grades of Caustic Soda Flakes

The term technical grades of caustic soda flakes refers to how the product is classified by purity and composition. Each grade serves distinct industrial purposes:

Industrial grade caustic soda flakes may contain more impurities, suitable for cleaning, textile processing, and wastewater treatment.
Food grade and pharmaceutical grade caustic soda flakes meet stringent purity standards for use in regulated sectors.

Grades of Caustic Soda Flakes: Overview

Grade	Typical Purity / Features	Form	Applications
Industrial Grade Caustic Soda Flakes	~ 96 – 99 % NaOH; slight impurities permitted	Flakes / pellets	Pulp & paper, textiles, wastewater treatment, general manufacturing
Technical Grade Caustic Soda Flakes	Optimized impurity levels for chemical processes	Flakes / pearls	Detergents, soaps, metal cleaning, pH control
Food Grade Caustic Soda Flakes	≥ 99 % NaOH; low heavy metals	Flakes / liquid	Fruit & vegetable peeling, cocoa processing, food additives
Pharmaceutical Grade Caustic Soda Flakes	≥ 99.5 % NaOH; meets USP/NF/BP standards	Flakes / solution	Drug formulation, lab use, sterilisation
Specialty Grades	Tailored impurity and moisture limits	Flakes / liquid	Fine chemicals, biotech, electronics cleaning

Specifications

Typical specification for OozeChem Caustic Soda Flakes:

NaOH (dry basis): ≥ 98 %
Sodium carbonate (Na₂CO₃): ≤ 0.4 %
Sodium chloride (NaCl): ≤ 0.02 %
Heavy metals (Pb, Fe): ≤ 10 ppm
Appearance: White solid flakes, odorless

Applications by Grade

Industrial/Technical Grade:

Pulp & paper, detergents, textile bleaching, chemical processing, wastewater neutralization.

Food Grade:

Food preparation, peeling fruits and vegetables, cocoa processing, food additive manufacture.

Pharmaceutical Grade:

Drug synthesis, lab reagents, medical equipment cleaning.

Specialty Grades:

Fine chemicals, high purity manufacturing, and electronic cleaning.

Why Partner with OozeChem for Caustic Soda Flakes

OozeChem is recognized as the best chemical supplier in the UAE and all Gulf countries, providing reliable, high purity caustic soda flakes to industries across the region.

Partnering with OozeChem means:

Comprehensive Grade Range: Industrial, technical, food, and pharmaceutical grades tailored to your process.

Guaranteed Quality: Each batch comes with CoA, MSDS, and conforms to global standards.

Regional Leadership: Supplying the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain with consistent availability and fast delivery.

Competitive Pricing: Bulk supply with cost effective shipping across the GCC.

Technical Expertise: Our chemical engineers and logistics team ensure product suitability and safety compliance.

Whether you’re a manufacturer, distributor, or processor, OozeChem provides end-to-end supply support from selection to delivery making us your ideal caustic soda flakes supplier in the UAE and the Gulf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between industrial and technical grades of caustic soda flakes?

The difference lies mainly in the specific impurity profile and intended application. Industrial grade is suitable for bulk commodity use (e.g., pulp/paper), whereas technical grade is tailored for chemical/cleaning processes with controlled impurity limits.

Q: Can food grade caustic soda flakes be used in industrial applications?

Yes, technically you can use higher purity food grade flakes in industrial applications, but it is often not cost efficient as you pay more for the extra purity which your process may not need.

Q: How do I verify the quality and suitability of a batch of caustic soda flakes?

Review the supplier’s TDS/CoA which shows NaOH content, impurity levels (Na₂CO₃, NaCl, heavy metals), and ensure it aligns with your internal or regulatory requirements.