LR Grade Sodium Hydroxide
Laboratory Strong Base
Laboratory Reagent

LR Grade Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH)

Laboratory Reagent grade sodium hydroxide manufactured for general laboratory procedures, acid-base titrations, and saponification reactions. Our LR grade NaOH provides reliable alkaline properties for standard laboratory work, pH adjustments, and educational procedures.

  • 99.0% Laboratory Grade Purity
  • Strong Base Properties
  • Titration Standard Applications
  • Saponification Reactions
  • Educational & Training Use
  • pH Adjustment Solutions
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Formula: NaOH
CAS Number: 1310-73-2
EINECS Number: 215-185-5
Purity (Assay): ≥ 97% (LR Grade)
Physical State: White pellets/flakes
Molecular Weight: 39.997 g/mol
Melting Point: 318°C
Solubility in Water: 111 g/100ml at 20°C
pH (0.1M solution): 13.0 - 13.3
Carbonate (Na₂CO₃): ≤ 1.0%
Chloride (Cl): ≤ 0.005%

Applications

pH Adjustment
Educational Laboratories
Titration Standards
Chemical Synthesis
Analytical Chemistry
Saponification
Quality Control
Student Experiments

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized sodium hydroxide grades tailored for different laboratory and analytical requirements, ensuring optimal performance and caustic strength across diverse pH adjustment and synthesis applications.

LR Grade (Laboratory Reagent)
Purity: ≥ 97% Carbonate: ≤ 1.0% Chloride: ≤ 0.005% Application: General laboratory, educational use
Analytical Grade
Purity: ≥ 98% Trace impurities: Minimal Standardized: Precise analysis Application: Quantitative analysis
Titration Grade
Purity: ≥ 97.5% Normality: Standardized Carbonate: Controlled Application: Acid-base titrations
Synthesis Grade
Purity: ≥ 97% Reactivity: High Pellet form: Convenient handling Application: Organic synthesis

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's Sodium Hydroxide is manufactured under standard quality control protocols, meeting laboratory reagent specifications for analytical and educational applications. Our production ensures consistent caustic strength and reliable pH adjustment performance.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Manufacturing
Laboratory Reagent Standards
≥ 97% Reliable Purity
Standard Analytical Testing
Educational Grade Compliance
Consistent Caustic Performance
Certificate of Analysis
Moisture-Protected Transportation

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

LR Grade Sodium Hydroxide exhibits strong alkaline properties through complete ionic dissociation, making it suitable for educational demonstrations and general laboratory applications requiring controlled basic reactions and neutralization processes.

Base Properties
Dissociation: NaOH → Na⁺ + OH⁻ (complete)
pKb: -1.76 (strong base)
pH (0.1M solution): ≈ 13
Hydroxide Activity: High OH⁻ concentration
Hygroscopic Properties
Water Absorption: Deliquescent (absorbs moisture)
Solubility in Water: 109 g/100ml (20°C)
Heat of Solution: -44.5 kJ/mol (exothermic)
Carbonate Formation: Reacts with CO₂ in air
Physical Properties
Melting Point: 318°C
Boiling Point: 1388°C
Density: 2.13 g/cm³
Crystal Structure: Orthorhombic

Performance Characteristics

Performance metrics demonstrate LR Grade NaOH reliability in educational and general laboratory applications with consistent alkaline strength and neutralization performance for routine procedures.

Alkaline Performance

Effectiveness: Strong base for neutralization reactions

Consistent pH control for laboratory use
Educational Suitability

Safety: Enhanced safety protocols for students

Ideal for teaching acid-base concepts
Reaction Performance

Strength: Strong alkaline behavior

Suitable for base-catalyzed reactions
Cost Effectiveness

Economics: Optimal cost-performance ratio

Budget-friendly laboratory solution

Safety Information

Highly caustic base that can cause severe burns and eye damage. Handle in well-ventilated areas with appropriate protective equipment. Generates heat when dissolved in water. Particularly important in educational settings to ensure proper supervision and safety protocols.

Highly Caustic
Heat Generation
Educational Safety

Storage & Handling

Store in tightly closed, moisture-proof containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from acids, aluminum, and zinc. Protect from moisture and carbon dioxide. Use appropriate storage equipment and maintain proper inventory management for educational institutions.

Store at 15-25°C
Moisture-proof containers required
Excellent ventilation required
Away from acids and reactive metals

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Sodium hydroxide exhibits strong base properties and nucleophilic behavior through multiple reaction pathways, making it suitable for educational demonstrations and laboratory applications requiring controlled alkaline conditions.

Base Reactions

Strong base dissociation: NaOH → Na⁺ + OH⁻

Ideal for acid-base neutralization studies
Saponification

Ester hydrolysis: RCOOR' + NaOH → RCOONa + R'OH

Educational demonstration of soap formation
Nucleophilic Substitution

SN2 reactions with alkyl halides

Standard nucleophile for organic synthesis
Precipitation Reactions

Forms metal hydroxides with metal salts

Important for analytical precipitation studies

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures safe use of corrosive bases in educational and laboratory environments with complete documentation supporting institutional safety requirements.

Educational Standards

Compliance with educational institution safety for corrosive materials

Corrosive Classification

Proper hazard classification and handling protocols

Safety Compliance

Occupational safety standards for corrosive bases

Transportation

UN classification for corrosive base transportation

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's educational and laboratory support team provides comprehensive guidance for safe handling of corrosive bases and technical assistance for LR Grade NaOH applications.

Educational Support
  • Corrosive base safety training programs
  • Acid-base titration demonstrations
  • Student safety protocol guidance
  • Solution preparation training
Base Chemistry Services
  • Saponification procedure guidance
  • Neutralization consultation
  • pH control assistance
  • Safety assessment support

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our LR Grade NaOH production emphasizes environmental responsibility with proper base neutralization systems and comprehensive environmental impact management for educational and laboratory operations.

Neutralization

Proper acid neutralization and pH control systems

Educational Sustainability

Supporting sustainable chemistry education with proper neutralization

Safe Disposal

Neutralization guidance for corrosive base waste management

Container Programs

Specialized container handling for corrosive materials

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's laboratory reagent manufacturing facility employs controlled production technology for consistent LR Grade NaOH quality and base strength performance across all production batches.

Production Process

Controlled base production with concentration and purity management

Consistent base strength and nucleophilic properties
Base Testing

Base strength verification and purity testing protocols

Regular alkaline performance monitoring
Safety Systems

Enhanced safety protocols for corrosive base production

Comprehensive corrosive material management systems

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive laboratory data demonstrating LR Grade NaOH effectiveness across educational and analytical applications with reliable base strength and nucleophilic performance metrics.

Educational Institutions
Safety Record: 98.4% incident-free base experiments Performance: Consistent neutralization demonstrations Cost Efficiency: 32% more economical vs higher grades
Analytical Laboratories
Base Strength: Reliable alkaline performance Quality: Meets analytical base requirements Customer Satisfaction: 94% user approval rate

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Base Chemistry Expertise

Specialized knowledge in strong base production and alkaline applications

Educational Focus

Dedicated support for educational institutions with base safety training

Safety Leadership

Enhanced safety protocols specifically designed for corrosive bases

Reliable Supply

Consistent availability with corrosive material handling expertise

Quality Consistency

Consistent base performance with certificates for laboratory requirements

Partnership Approach

Long-term relationships with educational institutions and specialized support