Caustic soda (microbeads in a screw-top jar) (Ätznatron)

INCI: Sodium hydroxide, NaOH (technical grade)

Sodium hydroxide (also caustic soda, chemical formula NaOH) is a white hygroscopic solid. It dissolves in water, generating a great deal of heat.

Caustic soda reacts with carbon dioxide in the air to form sodium hydrogen carbonate and is therefore stored in airtight containers. To prevent the sodium hydroxide from binding water from the air, it can be stored together with a desiccant.

Important: As you are working with caustic sodium hydroxide solution during production, it is NOT recommended that you make soap yourself with children. Protect your skin and eyes. Wear long sleeves and trousers, gloves and safety goggles.

The safety data sheet is available for download.

Further safety instructions:
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P280 Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection.
P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Wash skin with water [or shower].
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove any contact lenses if possible. Continue rinsing.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor.