{"product_id":"maxtite-sodium-hydroxide-caustic-soda-beads-lye-99-pure-10lbs-lye-drain-cleaner-opener-convenient-easy-open-resealable-pail","title":"MAXTITE Sodium Hydroxide (Caustic Soda Beads) Lye 99% Pure (10lbs) - Lye Drain Cleaner Opener - Convenient Easy-Open Resealable Pail","description":"\u003cp\u003e- 10 lbs pail - 99% pure Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) - also commonly called lye or caustic soda. Made in the USA!\n- Common use: drain cleaning; may also be used for chemical processing, water treatment, pulp and paper, petroleum industries, and soaps and detergents\n- Opens extremely clogged drains by reacting when mixed with water\n- Heavy-duty cleaner, remove baked on grease and oils. Perfect for ovens!\n- Powerful paint stripper can remove up to 30 layers of paint in one application by reacting with paint to create a very low pH\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduct description\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePremium Caustic Soda \/ Sodium Hydroxide\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSmall premium beads\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoapmaker's Supply\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for making handmade or custom soaps\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCleaning and degreasing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrain cleaning\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSodium hydroxide (NaOH,) also known as caustic soda or lye, is commonly used as a drain cleaner. This chemical is also is used in the creation of soap, detergent, paper, and textiles plus various other industrial and sanitation purposes. Our product is 99% pure, and is made in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCAUTION: caustic soda beads must be diluted by adding them to water. If water is poured over beads it will cause boiling and spattering, and will cause severe burns to all exposed tissues including eyes, skin, mucous membranes and lungs. Wear gloves \u0026amp; goggles when handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaxTite Caustic Soda Beads (aka Pearls) are a useful, premium and easily dissolve compared to other forms such as caustic soda flakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCaustic soda causes saponification and is an essential ingredient in soap-making. When beads of sodium hydroxide get added to a liquid, it forms a lye solution. This solution, when mixed with oils or fats, will lead to a chemical reaction called saponification. This explains the detergent property of soap, giving it the ability to interact with and dissolve oils, grease, fats, dirt, and other grime that is typically not soluble in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaxTite Caustic Soda beads are ideal for soapmaking. These small pearls dissolve quickly and easily, unlike flakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for degreasing pots and pans as well as commercial kitchen equipment such as grease hoods and fryers. Sodium hydroxide makes quick work of greases and fat, allowing you to clean it away more easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCaustic soda has long been used to clear blockages and organic debris from pipes, to great effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo unblock your drain:\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CleanCorner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42670890909794,"sku":"B09JDJJTCP","price":90.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/7828\/6690\/files\/91W2VHk7hiL._AC_SX679.jpg?v=1774856511","url":"https:\/\/cleancorner1.com\/products\/maxtite-sodium-hydroxide-caustic-soda-beads-lye-99-pure-10lbs-lye-drain-cleaner-opener-convenient-easy-open-resealable-pail","provider":"CleanCorner","version":"1.0","type":"link"}