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Pure Lye Drain Cleaner/Opener, 2 lbs. Food Grade Sodium Hydroxide Micro Beads - HDPE container with resealable Child Resistant cap

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Brand Essential Depot
Scent Natural
Item Weight 0.91 Kilograms
State of matter Solid
Liquid Volume 907.1 Milliliters

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  • Sodium Hydroxide - NaOH - Caustic Soda - Lye - Food Grade - Evenly-Sized Micro Pels (beads or particles) of pure Sodium Hydroxide.
  • This is Ground Service only shipment, within the continental U.S. (the 48 contiguous states). Please permit time for the delivery.
  • Evenly-sized micro pels mean an equal saturation of water for each pel. Equal saturation of each sodium hydroxide particle (the micro pel) means consistent saponification, whether that saponification be in soap making, pretzels, hominy, or any other application.
  • Certificate of Analysis available upon request and providing of Batch Number from the product label.
  • HDPE Plastic Container with Resealable Child Resistant Cap keeps product dry.
  • NON-GMO: Not manufactured with and does not contain genetically modified organisms.
  • CRUELTY FREE: Not tested on animals beginning 1st January 1991.

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Sodium Hydroxide, Caustic Soda, NaOH, Lye, substitute for Red Devil Lye

Unlike most of our competitors who sell technical grade, Essential Depot's lye is Food Grade (lower in impurities) and proudly made in the U.S.A.

FOOD GRADE, USP, non-GMO, does not contribute to BSE, not animal tested since 1990.

Kosher - Certification is unnecessary because, according to the Orthodox Union, Chlorine is acceptable for use in Kosher-related activities without Kosher Certification. - The chlorine and the equipment in its manufacture does not come into contact with any animal products or byproducts, nor does it contain chemical additives that are organic in nature.

Halal Acceptable - While the chlorine is not Halal certified is also does not contain alcohol and alcohol is not used in the process. The chlorine also does not contain natural L-cysteine extracted from hair or feathers, animal fats and/or extracts, blood of any origin, blood plasma, or meat byproducts.

SDS and/or COA available upon request.

All products are shipped in easy-to-store and easy-to-use resealable containers.

Each container is BPA Free HDPE with a resealable child resistant cap.

Shipped 2 lbs of Lye per container.

THIS SHIPMENT IS CLASSIFIED AS ORM-D CONSUMER COMMODITY.

We are the FIRST as well as the ONLY SELLER whose PACKAGING, LABELING, and PRODUCT has been APPROVED by the U.S. government. Our label complies with all federal regulations, our containers (including the caps) comply with applicable regulatory and statutory requirements, and the product itself actually exceeded the government's third party independent laboratory testing standards.

WE ARE A CERTIFIED SHIPPER AND SEND THIS PRODUCT IN SAFE AND LEGAL PACKAGING BY A LEGAL CARRIER.

This product is designated by FDA as a food additive Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) when used in accordance with good manufacturing practices (21 CFR 184.1763).

Food Chemical Codex listed, it is specifically approved for use per the following FDA citations:

  • 21 CFR 172.892 (Food Starch-Modified, modified up to 1%),
  • 21 CFR173.310 (Boiler Water Additive),
  • 21 CFR 177.1600 (Polyethylene Resins, Carboxyl Modified).

It is also cleared for reaction with fatty triglycerides and their fatty acid, alcohol, or dimer derivatives listed in 21 CFR 176.210 to form soaps under 21 CFR 175.105 (Adhesives), 21 CFR 176.210 (Defoaming Agents used in the manufacture of paper and paperboard), and 21 CFR 178.3120 (Animal Glue).

PROUDLY MADE IN THE U.S.A.

  • Soap and Detergent - saponifies fats into water-soluble sodium soaps.
  • Food and Dairy - used in various food processing methods which includes washing and chemical peeling of fruits and vegetables, poultry, soft drink, chocolate processing, cocoa processing, and thickening ice cream.
  • Metal Cleaning - clean metals by saponifying surface oils to create a thin soapy layer, etches the surface of certain types of metals, important preparatory step in many welding or painting applications.
  • Textile Treatment - aid in scouring, bleaching and neutralizing during textile processing.
  • General and Industrial Cleaning - strong base used as an alkali source in cleaning agents. As such, it can dissolve grease, oils, fats and protein based deposits. Used also, for example, to clean and prepare sheet steel in galvanizing plants as well as being a chief ingredient for drain pipe cleaners.
  • Biodiesel and Bioethanol - catalyst for the transesterification of methanol and triglycerides as well as for pH adjustment and formation of in situ sodium methylate to prevent the formation of soap due to the presence of water.
  • Chemical Production - as a reactive intermediate and catalyst in chemical production as well as in chemical processing plants for scrubbing and drying.
  • General Industrial - in the manufacture of products ranging from glue, gelatin, grease, and cosmetics to dry batteries, agricultural products, paint, and varnish removers.
  • Petroleum Exploration - treating agent in oil well drilling fluids to increase viscosity which prevents heavier materials from settling.

NaOH Food Uses

Perfect for making Pretzels, Bagels, Soda Bread, Olives, Lutefish, Hominy, Wine/Beer Tanks/Casks cleaning, beer line cleaning, thickening ice cream, etc...

Use caution when purchasing drain openers from other suppliers. Most drain openers contain other chemicals in addition to the lye. Essential Depot's does not. Those other added chemicals are very undesirable and potentially harmful when used in any food preparation.

Properties of Essential Depot's Sodium Hydroxide:

  • Boiling Point: 2534°F (1390°C)
  • Melting Point (crystallization begins): 590-608°F (310- 320°C)
  • Specific Gravity: 2.13
  • Bulk Density: Compacted 73 lb/ft3, Loose 70 lb/ft3
  • pH at 20°C: Strongly Basic
  • Solubility in Water: 42 g/100 g water at 0°C (32°F), 347 g/100 g water at 100°C (212°F)
  • Solution Rate: Twice as fast as flake
  • Refractive Index: 1.3576
  • Particle Shape: Spherical, evenly sized
  • Friability: Very Low as well as Very Low Dust

Chemicals

BIODIESEL, where quality is critical:

  • an electrolyte
  • an efficient catalyst
  • a cleaner cell bath
  • more homogeneous gas mix

Hood Cleaning

GENERAL and INDUSTRIAL CLEANING:

  • dissolves grease, oils, fats and protein based deposits.
  • as such it is fabulous for grease traps and hoods in kitchens.

Metal Cleaning

METAL CLEANING or ETCHING:

  • saponifies surface oils to create a thin soapy layer
  • etches the surface of certain types of metals
  • the etching capabilities make lye an important preparatory step in many welding or painting applications.
  • can strip paint

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DRAIN CLEANING:

  • Use caution when purchasing drain openers from other suppliers.
  • Most drain openers contain other chemicals in addition to the lye.
  • Essential Depot's lye does not contain other chemicals.
  • Those other added chemicals are very undesirable and potentially harmful.

GLC Background

SOAP MAKING

  • Specifically manufactured into evenly-sized micro pels. Evenly-sized micro pels mean an equal saturation of water for each pel. Equal saturation of each micro pel means consistent saponification, whether that saponification be in soap making, pretzels, hominy, or any other application.

NaOH 2# NaOH 32# NaOH 1.25# KOH 2#
CURRENT ITEM (2 lbs) 32 lb 1.25 lbs (4 @ 5 oz) Potassium (2 lbs)
Customer Reviews
4.8 out of 5 stars
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HDPE Container with Resealable child proof lid
BPA Free
COA for every lot?
SDS available upon request?
Kosher? The equipment used in manufacture does not come into contact with or contain any animal by-products/fats/products; therefore, according to the OU current policies caustic soda is acceptable for use in Kosher-related activities without certification. The equipment used in manufacture does not come into contact with or contain any animal by-products/fats/products; therefore, according to the OU current policies caustic soda is acceptable for use in Kosher-related activities without certification. The equipment used in manufacture does not come into contact with or contain any animal by-products/fats/products; therefore, according to the OU current policies caustic soda is acceptable for use in Kosher-related activities without certification.
Halal? Acceptable for Halal consideration. Does not contain alcohol, natural L-cysteine extracted from hair or feathers, animal fats and/or extracts, blood, blood plasma, or pork/or other meat byproducts. Alcohol is not used as a processing aid. Acceptable for Halal consideration. Does not contain alcohol, natural L-cysteine extracted from hair or feathers, animal fats and/or extracts, blood, blood plasma, or pork/or other meat byproducts. Alcohol is not used as a processing aid. Acceptable for Halal consideration. Does not contain alcohol, natural L-cysteine extracted from hair or feathers, animal fats and/or extracts, blood, blood plasma, or pork/or other meat byproducts. Alcohol is not used as a processing aid.
Animal Testing? Not tested on animals since 12.31.1990 Not tested on animals since 12.31.1990 Not tested on animals since 12.31.1990
BSE? Not of animal origin and does not contribute to BSE. Not of animal origin and does not contribute to BSE. Not of animal origin and does not contribute to BSE. Not of animal origin and does not contribute to BSE.
non-GMO?
Nutritional value? No nutritional value. No nutritional value. No nutritional value. No nutritional value.

Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 3 x 3 inches; 2.01 Pounds
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ NAOH-2-HIGH-GRADE
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ August 16, 2008
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Essential Depot
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B001EDBEZM
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 5,797 ratings

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FORM: Evenly Sized Micro Beads/Pels, microcrystalline structure, anhydrous, hygroscopic (attracting moisture), deliquescent (dissolving in moisture absorbed from the atmosphere), reacts with carbon dioxide in the air to form sodium carbonate. --- CHEMICAL/PHYSICAL PROPERTIES: The remarkable uniformity of the tiny beads, close to ¾ millimeter diameter, offers superior properties: little or no dust, excellent flow properties, uniform size, excellent blending characteristics, structural strength, high bulk density and low moisture pickup, resulting in less caking or lumping. Average diameter of ¾ millimeter, corresponding to 25 mesh. The spherical shape enables beads to roll and flow easily while producing far less dust than flakes, has a minimum surface area per pound, minimizes moisture pickup. Freedom from dust on the bead surface also slows moisture pickup. The reactivity is as a strong alkali. --- ODOR/AROMA: Odorless in its dry state.

Ingredients

Electrolysis of Chlorine and a brine. NON-GMO: Not manufactured with and does not contain genetically modified organisms. CRUELTY FREE: Not tested on animals beginning 1st January 1991.

Directions

STORAGE: Recommend use of the air tight shipping container to minimize any product agglomeration in the package. --- NEVER ADD WATER TO SODIUM HYDROXIDE, ALWAYS SLOWLY ADD SODIUM HYDROXIDE TO WATER.

Legal Disclaimer

<p><strong>COLOR:</strong> White</p><p><strong>FORM:</strong> Evenly Sized Micro Beads/Pels, microcrystalline structure, anhydrous, hygroscopic (attracting moisture), deliquescent (dissolving in moisture absorbed from the atmosphere), reacts with carbon dioxide in the air to form sodium carbonate.</p><p><strong>CHEMICAL/PHYSICAL PROPERTIES:</strong> The remarkable uniformity of the tiny beads, close to ¾ millimeter diameter, offers superior properties: little or no dust, excellent flow properties, uniform size, excellent blending characteristics, structural strength, high bulk density and low moisture pickup, resulting in less caking or lumping. Average diameter of ¾ millimeter, corresponding to 25 mesh. The spherical shape enables beads to roll and flow easily while producing far less dust than flakes, has a minimum surface area per pound, minimizes moisture pickup. Freedom from dust on the bead surface also slows moisture pickup. The reactivity is as a strong alkali.</p><p><strong>ODOR/AROMA:</strong> Odorless in its dry state.</p><p><strong>NUTRITION:</strong> No nutritional value.</p><p><strong>KOSHER:</strong> Does not come into contact with or contain any animal by-products, animal fats, or animal products, including the equipment used in its’ manufacture, nor does it contain chemical additives that are organic in nature. According to the current policies of the Orthodox Union (OU) caustic soda is acceptable for use in Kosher-related activities without Kosher certification.</p><p><strong>HALAL:</strong> Not certified, however, it does not contain alcohol, natural L-cysteine extracted from hair or feathers, animal fats/extracts, blood, blood plasma, or meat. Alcohol is not used as processing aid. May be acceptable for Halal consideration.</p><p><strong>NON-GMO:</strong> Not manufactured with and does not contain genetically modified organisms.</p><p><strong>CRUELTY FREE:</strong> Not tested on animals beginning 1st January 1991.</p><p><strong>STORAGE:</strong> Recommend use of the air tight shipping container to minimize any product agglomeration in the package.</p>

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Customers like the performance, value, ease of installation, measurement, and quality of the drain opener. They mention that it's strong and yet gentle to the skin, it dissolves quickly and easily, and it'll last a long time. Customers are also satisfied with ease of use, appearance, and draining.

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394 customers mention369 positive25 negative

Customers are satisfied with the value of the drain opener. They mention that it works well, is well packaged, and works good for making homemade soap. Customers are also impressed with the quality and consistency of the product, saying that it is always the best.

"I bought this for soap-making and it was shipped quickly and worked great. The pellets are small which makes it easy to pour and weigh...." Read more

"...It did the job quite nicely! So I decided to buy the 2 pound bottle this time since my bath tub drain was draining very slow again...." Read more

"It works great and fast. Don’t do it unless you know what you’re doing. Use COLD water...." Read more

"...Since this product is 100% pure, 100% Sodium Hydroxide, it saves money as you are not buying a bottle of water with a small amount of Active..." Read more

138 customers mention132 positive6 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the drain opener. They say it is great for making soap or drain cleaner, and is affordable. The pellets are easy to dissolve and the soap came out good. They also mention that it is effective for drain cleaner and that it unclogs their sink drain quickly.

"...I didn’t have to call a hazmat team, it was easy to weigh, and it made nice soap. Full marks." Read more

"...After those caveats . . .This drain cleaner works really well—especially for hair clogs. It does work on grease clogs...." Read more

"Perfect for making my Oliver oil soap" Read more

"Perfect for making soaps." Read more

85 customers mention70 positive15 negative

Customers find the drain opener substance easy to use. They mention that it has good instructions, the tiny grains make for easy weighing and pouring, and the rounded beads are very easy to pour. They also mention that the product dissolves rapidly, which is super handy when making a solution or balancing an acidic pH, and that it works great and fast.

"...The pellets are small which makes it easy to pour and weigh. What I really like about this brand is that it is so well packaged...." Read more

"It works great and fast. Don’t do it unless you know what you’re doing. Use COLD water...." Read more

"...(more is not necessarily better) into the drain pipe, quickly resolves the stoppage. Do not pour into full sink, or get any on your hands, face etc...." Read more

"...of using lye but once I did my research I found that not only is it safe to use, but that it is safe for a septic tank...." Read more

27 customers mention27 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the drain opener. They mention that it is great for making pretzels, bagels, and soft pretzel. They also say that it gives the pretzel a great golden brown crust.

"...I used it to make my first batch of extra virgin olive oil soap. Came out great. Nothing fancy, just a simple bar soap for self use." Read more

"...Gives the pretzels a great, golden brown crust. Just mix it in water and dip the dough into the mixed solution before baking...." Read more

"Excellent lye for soft dough pretzels! This lye was shipped fast and very well packaged...." Read more

"...Anyways, the pretzels browned perfectly (I did get to see some pics. My god they looked tasty) and he had minimal problems using the product...." Read more

24 customers mention24 positive0 negative

Customers find the drain opener substance easy to install. They mention that it dissolves quickly and easily, and even with a steep water. The consistency is wonderful and dissolved quickly. They also appreciate the small size and easy to pore.

"This lye dissolves well. Sometimes some beads won’t dissolve so you have to strain the water but is ok...." Read more

"...The small granules dissolve rapidly, which is super handy when making a solution or balancing an acidic pH." Read more

"Dissolved quickly...." Read more

"...It dissolved very nicely...." Read more

24 customers mention17 positive7 negative

Customers like the performance of the drain opener. They mention that it is strong and yet gentle to the skin, it has a robust cap, and is very reliable. The container is thick and solid, and will last a long time. The beads poured out of the container very nicely, and flow like a liquid.

"...much soap you make (if that's why you're using this...) it should last you a long time...." Read more

"...It comes in very small pearls that flow like a liquid and can be measured out easily in a very dry vessel. Works ideally for home soap making." Read more

"...The soap does not harden, is crumbly and just falls apart...." Read more

"...balls that don't clump together, measure out easily and in a container that is tough, waterproof and has a childproof lid. That's very important...." Read more

23 customers mention23 positive0 negative

Customers find the measurement of the drain opener substance to be easy. They mention that the very small pellets are uniform in size, making dissolving evenly. They like the size of the container and find it easy to pour out quantity without spilling it. The lye beads are easy to measure and use, and the packaging safely keeps everything dry. The two pound size is perfect, and it comes in a very tight container.

"...The pellets are small which makes it easy to pour and weigh. What I really like about this brand is that it is so well packaged...." Read more

"...It comes in very small pearls that flow like a liquid and can be measured out easily in a very dry vessel. Works ideally for home soap making." Read more

"...Plus it's in the form of tiny balls that don't clump together, measure out easily and in a container that is tough, waterproof and has a childproof..." Read more

"...also is good,but this lye just works wonderfully.all the teeny tiny beads are equal size,slightly larger than sand,no dust and more pure than..." Read more

20 customers mention14 positive6 negative

Customers like the draining of the drain opener. They mention that it clears their drains, and they're happy with the results. Some say that the water starts draining from the sink and that the clog was gone. They also say that it's great for drains and that it is excellent for resolving slow drains. Some mention that the product comes in a well-made bottle and that they don't have to worry about it leaking.

"...The clog was gone and the lye did the job! But boy, was I worried that I had spent alot of money on lye that was not going to work!..." Read more

"...Our pipes have stayed completely clear." Read more

"...of products with nothing more than short-lived success - the slow drain always returned...." Read more

"...And to my surprise, water started draining from the sink. I couldn't believe it...." Read more

Works well for making my soap, but builds static electricity.
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Works well for making my soap, but builds static electricity.
I've used this lie many times in the past when making soaps. I needed some really, and was glad to see that it's sold on Amazon Prime.It works very well for making my homemade soap, and for the wedding favor soaps that I needed it so quickly for, but I don't like that it builds static electricity. Some of the particles fly all over the place when you're trying to transfer it from the bottle to your dish, and then from your dish to your water container. Somehow, the little beads would fly out onto the floor and I would have to stop what I was doing to vacuum, so that my dogs would not get into it.I've heard that you can use a dryer sheet and that will help with the static electricity. I'm going to try this to see if it works. I hope so, because I do love using this life for my soaps.
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