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Caustic Soda 48% vs 98%: Which Concentration Fits Your Industry?
Caustic Soda (Sodium Hydroxide/NaOH) is one of the most versatile industrial chemicals, used across textiles, paper, soap and detergent manufacturing, water treatment, and food processing. Many new buyers are often unsure which concentration best fits their needs.
Caustic Soda 48% (Liquid)
The 48% liquid form is ready to use — no additional dissolving process is needed, and it can be fed directly into production systems. This form is common in industries requiring routine, high-volume supply, such as paper mills and wastewater treatment, due to its process efficiency.
Caustic Soda 98% (Solid/Flake)
The solid form has a much higher concentration, making it more economical for long-distance shipping — lower weight and volume for the same amount of pure NaOH content compared to the liquid form. This form suits industries that need to adjust their own solution concentration according to process needs, such as small-to-medium soap and detergent manufacturers.
How to Choose
The main considerations when choosing a Caustic Soda concentration are: volume of need, storage capacity, and the production process used. For large, continuous volume needs, the 48% liquid form is generally more practical. For flexible needs with limited storage, the 98% solid form is more space- and logistics-cost efficient.
PT Nurika Tetra Jaya provides Caustic Soda in both concentrations, complete with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) for every shipment as a quality guarantee. Contact our team to discuss your industry's specific needs.