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Sodium hydroxide is very corrosive. It is generally used as a solid or a 50% solution. Other common names include caustic soda and lye. Sodium hydroxide is used to manufacture soaps, rayon, paper, explosives, dyestuffs, and petroleum products.
examination. NIOSH recommends that workers subject to sodium hydroxide exposure have comprehensive pre-placement medical examinations. Medical examinations should be made available promptly to all workers with signs or symptoms of skin, eye, or upper respiratory tract irritation resulting from exposure to sodium hydroxide. Emergency Response
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Applies to the analysis of Sodium Hydroxide 1N In-Process, Stability, and Finished Goods in the QC Laboratory. Methods include testing for Sodium Hydroxide 1N sold by BioSpectra.
Applies to the analysis of Sodium Hydroxide 10 N In-Process, Stability, and Finished Goods in the QC Laboratory. Methods include testing for all grades of Sodium Hydroxide 10 N sold by BioSpectra; only the specific tests required for the requested grade must be tested. 3.
Sodium hydroxide is a popular strong base used in industry. Sodium hydroxide is used in the manufacture of sodium salts and detergents, pH regulation, and organic synthesis. In bulk, it is most often handled as an aqueous solution, since solutions are cheaper and easier to handle.
Nov 7, 2012 · Purpose. Sodium hydroxide is a corrosive, strong base. It reacts with strong acids, during which heat is liberated due to exothermic reaction. If not stored and handled properly, it can pose a serious threat to the health and safety of laboratory personnel, emergency responders and chemical waste handlers.
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