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product_id: 726228958
title: "Sodium Hydroxide - Pure - Food Grade (Caustic Soda, Lye) (2 Pound Jar)"
brand: "belle chemical"
price: "A$173"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Belle Chemical"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/726228958-sodium-hydroxide-pure-food-grade-caustic-soda-lye-2-pound
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
---

# Sodium Hydroxide - Pure - Food Grade (Caustic Soda, Lye) (2 Pound Jar)

**Brand:** belle chemical
**Price:** A$173
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Sodium Hydroxide - Pure - Food Grade (Caustic Soda, Lye) (2 Pound Jar) by belle chemical
- **How much does it cost?** A$173 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- belle chemical enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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## Description

desertcart.co.jp: Sodium Hydroxide - Pure - Food Grade (Caustic Soda, Lye) (2 Pound Jar) : Industrial & Scientific

Review: El producto es de primera calidad y el envase es adecuado para un manejo seguro. Las advertencias y descripción en la etiqueta son lo esperado en un producto de este tipo. Además una excelente atención y servicio de parte del proveedor. Ampliamente recomendable.
Review: This sodium hydroxide is excellent for homemade soap making. It’s pure, consistent, and works exactly as expected, allowing for smooth and successful saponification. I appreciate the quality and reliability, which are crucial for safe and effective soap production. It’s easy to measure and handle when proper safety precautions are followed, and it produces great results in both bars and specialty soaps. Overall, this is a dependable and essential ingredient for anyone making soap at home.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | B07KNR9SVF |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (7,726) |
| Date First Available  | January 6, 2019 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | LYEJAR - 32 |
| Manufacturer  | Belle Chemical |
| Product Dimensions  | 8.89 x 8.89 x 13.97 cm; 910 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Belle Chemical
- **Item Weight:** 0.91 Kilograms
- **Molecular formula:** NaOH
- **Molecular weight:** 40.00
- **Product Grade:** ACS

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: is this used in hide tanning ?**
A: Yes, some people use it for hide tanning. However, it can damage your hide tanning if you don't to follow the proper instructions that use lye on hide tanning.

**Q: possibly sodium carbonate in a recently shipped batch?**
A: Doubt it. It’s Sodium Hydroxide.

**Q: Does this come in a bigger size?**
A: Yes, there is a 10 pound set and a 20 pound set.

**Q: Using for pretzels, what is the shelf life? (How long will it last in my pantry)**
A: I use this to make soap. It is pure lye. I have no knowledge of it being used in food products.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by G***R on October 21, 2022*

El producto es de primera calidad y el envase es adecuado para un manejo seguro. Las advertencias y descripción en la etiqueta son lo esperado en un producto de este tipo. Además una excelente atención y servicio de parte del proveedor. Ampliamente recomendable.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***E on December 15, 2025*

This sodium hydroxide is excellent for homemade soap making. It’s pure, consistent, and works exactly as expected, allowing for smooth and successful saponification. I appreciate the quality and reliability, which are crucial for safe and effective soap production. It’s easy to measure and handle when proper safety precautions are followed, and it produces great results in both bars and specialty soaps. Overall, this is a dependable and essential ingredient for anyone making soap at home.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by E***S on December 1, 2025*

Fabulous for soapmaking. Easy to use without risking unnecessary exposure, dissolves well, good quality. My soap set up great. I've also made pretzels with it and it is perfect for that as well. Works super well and is a decent deal for the amount!

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*Last updated: 2026-03-04*