Sodium Hydroxide Flakes

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Posted By: home/business   |   August 30, 2024

"Can I add this to a milled down rebatch from Stephens and Stephens...also can you add this to a CP recipes ?"

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Staff Answer NO, you cant add this product to remilled stephenson soap base, But you can add it to CP.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 30, 2024

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Posted By: stephanie   |   November 04, 2021

"can i add this on my melt and pour goat milk base.? i just want my soaps with more foams can i add lye or what do you suggst?"

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Staff Answer No, this is not safe and cannot be done. You can add something like buttermilk powder or honey powder - both of which naturally increase lather.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 05, 2021

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Posted By: Regina   |   October 05, 2021

"How large are your bulk orders, and how are they packaged?"

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Staff Answer At this time we are not offering bulk on this product.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 07, 2021

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Then why does the product listing say "bulk orders always accepted?" This is very confusing. If you aren't taking bulk orders maybe you should take that off the product page.

Posted By: Regina   |   Date: October 07, 2021

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Staff Answer Thank you for your feedback, unfortunately that is shown on each of our product pages and we cannot remove it at this time.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 11, 2021

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Posted By: MONIQUE   |   February 06, 2021

"Do you all have a receipe where I can incorporate apple cider vinegar or are you guys able to at least give me a measurement to do so? Do I replace the water with the apple cider vinegar?"

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Staff Answer You may find these articles helpful: https://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/handmade101/learn-to-make-articles/oil-and-vinegar-in-cold-process-soap.aspx https://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/handmade101/learn-to-make-articles/apple-cider-vinegar-in-cosmetics.aspx

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: February 08, 2021

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Posted By: Raeanne   |   January 13, 2021

"This states ships UPS ground only. What does that entail? I live in Canada will it still ship to me?"

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Staff Answer This will not be able to ship to Canada. If you contact customer service we can recommend a distributor in Canada.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 13, 2021

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Posted By: Charity   |   October 09, 2020

"Which country is your lye made/produced?"

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Staff Answer China

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 09, 2020

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Posted By: Adam   |   May 15, 2020

"What is the purity of your sodium hydroxide flakes? The SDS simply says <=100. Do you have a more accurate number?"

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Staff Answer The percentages of purity for our Sodium Hydroxide is 99-100% NaOH.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 18, 2020

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Posted By: Theresa   |   April 04, 2020

"Would the lye granules/beads be equal in weight as the flakes in recipes? "

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Staff Answer If the recipe calls for 6 oz. of lye, you would weigh out 6 oz. in either form.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: April 06, 2020

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Posted By: BRIAN   |   June 10, 2019

"Hello, I thought I had purchased food grade lye, but when I received the bottles it doesn't say anywhere on them that this is food grade lye. Is there a reason it isn't on the packaging? "

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Staff Answer This lye is food grade. It is not stated on the package because we sell it for the purpose of making soap. We are not a food packaging facility and do not state that any of our products can be used for food.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: June 10, 2019

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Posted By: Deepti    |   May 06, 2019

"How to store the extra left over lye. Since the package comes in 2 lb size , all the lye would not be used at one time ??"

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Staff Answer We simply place the lid tightly on the container and place in a large zip lock bag. The container is then stored in a cool area.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 07, 2019

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Posted By: ROMANA   |   April 17, 2019

"why don't you recommend rinsing the empty container?"

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Staff Answer Once water comes in contact with Sodium Hydroxide, it activates the product. This could be harmful if someone comes in contact with this container with it containing active lye. This is why it is not recommended.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: April 17, 2019

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Posted By: Gina   |   March 10, 2019

"I am a M&P gal and want to get into CP (I'm scared) how do I clean the container that I messure my lye into? "

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Staff Answer We rinse our plastic container with water then place in the dishwasher along with all our CP equipment. We also always wear gloves during cleanup.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 11, 2019

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Posted By: Shannon   |   November 08, 2018

"I have had several failed batches of tried and true soap lately. Is the child proof cap fully sealed? Should I put the opened container in a sealed bag after opening or is the bottle supposed to be airtight? "

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Staff Answer The child proof cap is fully sealed as long as it is put on properly and tightened. We keep our bottles in a plastic bag here in our lab just as a safety precaution for spills.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 09, 2018

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Posted By: Brenda   |   September 25, 2018

"Does the 18 pounds come in 2 lb jars or all together?"

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Staff Answer You would receive (9) 2 lb. containers of the sodium hydroxide.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 26, 2018

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Posted By: Christine   |   July 15, 2018

"Is there a trick to opening the bottles...My hand is not strong enough/or big enough to squeeze the sides of the cap. Is there a ring or anything that comes off before twisting the cap? I'm at a loss on opening these bottles."

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Staff Answer This has a child-proof cap on the bottle. You must push the sides in and then turn the lid to unlock it. If you are not able to do this, maybe another family member, friend or neighbor might be able to help you.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: July 16, 2018

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Posted By: phalcart   |   March 24, 2018

"How do I dispose of the empty lye container?"

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Staff Answer You can wipe out the inside to make sure it is free of any unused lye and discard the bottle or place in your recycle container. Do not rinse out the container with water!

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 27, 2018

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Posted By: Amber   |   September 04, 2017

"How would I determine superfat % w/this lye? My "go-to" lye calc calculates the amount of lye needed for a specific superfat % based on the lye being 100% pure. This lye is 98% pure tho, so a lye calc factoring 100% NaOH would be off by a little. Example: a 5% superfat amount using 100% lye would be closer to 7% or 8% (estimated) if that exact same weight were used w/ 98% NaOH instead. Is there a lye calc that takes 98% NaOH into account when calculating superfat %?"

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Staff Answer You would treat this as 100% in your lye calculator. It contains a small amount of Sodium Carbonate (soda ash) as does all lye on the market for soap makers.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 14, 2017

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Posted By: Allison   |   March 05, 2016

"Is this 100% natural? What is the remaining 2% made of? I see you previously said oxides were part of the 2%, but are those 100% natural? "

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Staff Answer Although some oxides can be all-natural we cannot claim that the oxides in this product are 100% natural. This product is at least 98% natural.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 10, 2016

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Posted By: Sarah   |   March 03, 2016

"I read somewhere that soap made using a combination of KOH/NaOH comes out really nice. I will like to try this. Do you have a recipe I can use? Thanks"

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Staff Answer We have not tested a recipe with that combination, but you may be our inspiration for a new recipe!

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 03, 2016

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Posted By: Alicia   |   February 09, 2016

"Hello! If your MSDS states that the lye is 98% NaOH, what is the other 2% made of? Is this product made in the USA? Is it food grade? Thanks! I appreciate your time."

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Staff Answer The other 2% in sodium hydroxide is a combination of water, salt and oxides. Our Sodium Hydroxide is received in as food grade but we are not a food grade facility and is not made in the USA.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: February 16, 2016

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Posted By: Jamie   |   January 07, 2016

"Why are the flakes so much more expensive than granules?"

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Staff Answer Hi Jamie, we have never sold granules so there's no way for us to compare the price difference between the two items.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 22, 2016

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Posted By: Nicole   |   January 15, 2016

"Does this have an expiration date?"

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Staff Answer Hi Nicole, we recommend products to be used within a year of purchase. Sodium Hydroxide could react differently after a while so test in small batches.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: January 22, 2016

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Posted By: Danielle   |   April 10, 2013

"Will we have to sign a waiver when ordering the lye?"

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Staff Answer During the checkout, you will need to sign a waiver when ordering sodium hydroxide (aka: lye).

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 19, 2013

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I ordered my sodium hydroxide with a bulk order and had no problems receiving it and the price of the shipping didn't go up either.

Posted By: James   |   Date: November 29, 2015

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Posted By: Andrea   |   November 08, 2015

"What type of lye is this? The calc asks if it is NaOH,KOH or 90%KOH"

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Staff Answer This is NaOH.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: November 08, 2015

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K is for potassium on the periodic table. Na is for sodium on the periodic table of elements.

Posted By: James   |   Date: November 29, 2015

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Posted By: Crystal   |   May 01, 2015

"What is the purity of this product?"

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Staff Answer The MSDS document indicates that our Sodium Hydroxide is made up of 98% caustic flake sodium hydroxide.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 05, 2015

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Posted By: Soul Sister   |   March 26, 2015

"How is the 18 lb order packaged?"

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Staff Answer 18lbs would be shipped in 9-2lb containers.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 26, 2015

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Posted By: Christina   |   April 19, 2013

"What is the best and safest way to mix large batches of lye?"

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I would recommend freezing at least half of your liquid and adding the lye a lit bit at a time to keep the temperature from rising too quickly. I like to put my pitcher in an ice bath and if the lye gets really hot, to add an ice cube or two. The key is to have patience and to work VERY slowly.

Posted By: Christine   |   Date: August 28, 2013

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Unless you need to mix a large batch for one recipe I would never recommend mixing ahead of "master batching" lye. It can cause too many problems. It is not safe to have around children, pets, or even adults without proper labelling and once the lye has hit the water (mixing) that is when trouble begins.

Posted By: Jamie   |   Date: September 24, 2013

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Staff Answer Masterbatching lye is quite common for large manufacturers. They key is to store in a safe location that cannot be accessed by pets, children or strangers. We do not recommend it for home based businesses.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 24, 2013

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You will need an extremely well ventilated area and full protective gear (including mask). Use plastic containers of a grade that does not degrade when in contact with heat or a strong base. Never overfill your containers or mix more than you are comfortable with. Some people like to mix 50/50 with water. I like to mix at recipe strength and bottle in individual batch size. Label and store securely and with extreme caution (if not using right away.

Posted By: Stephanie   |   Date: August 26, 2014

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Masterbatching lye is really handy, but I only do it if I'm soaping several times in the same week. Lye can become less effective if it sits too long. Store it in a marked airtight container in a cool place. Use within 7 days.

Posted By: Denise   |   Date: February 23, 2015

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Posted By: Alexandria   |   February 18, 2015

"Does this come packaged in a Plastic bottle or in a bag of some type?"

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Staff Answer Our Potassium and Sodium Hydroxide Flakes are packaged in a plastic bottle with large mouth opening and a screw on lid. Then the entire bottle is placed inside of a plastic bag for shipping.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: February 19, 2015

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Posted By: nyanyaboxx   |   November 03, 2014

"sometime when I add the lye to my water and mix, there are still little lye specks/flakes floating in the water after a few minutes of stirring, then I re-do the mixture again after disposing of that one and don't have the same problem...why is that? the lye flakes come out of the same container so why does it fully dissolve sometimes and sometimes it doesn't?"

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Keep stirring, especially in the beginning, until lye is fully dissolved so it does not have time to settle on the bottom and adhere into a chunk. What you may be seeing are the little tiny flecks (dust particles) that float on top. These are natural and should not affect the quality your soap. All lye has them to some degree. Some soapers pour their lye through a strainer before adding to their oils just to be sure. Hope this helps!

Posted By: emmelou   |   Date: November 06, 2014

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Posted By: Linda   |   December 03, 2013

"I am very disappointed in the flakes. I have only ever used the beads and was very anxious to try the flakes. I make CP soap with goat milk. The goat milk is frozen, and it takes forever to dissolve the lye and some flakes are impossible to dissolve. Any suggestions?"

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Try freezing only half or three quarters of the goat's milk. Put the liquid and the frozen milk in together and then add the flakes. The flakes need a little more actual liquid to begin the reaction.

Posted By: maria   |   Date: December 09, 2013

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When I melt my goats milk with flakes I put my milk cubes in the bowl and let them sit at room temp until I get it a little slushy. If you give the milk a chance to melt a little bit there should be enough liquid to help the process go quicker

Posted By: Molly   |   Date: June 17, 2014

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Consider dissolving the flakes in water (at least 50/50) and adding the milk, unfrozen to your base oils, or let your milk melt partially before use.

Posted By: Stephanie   |   Date: August 26, 2014

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You take and brake up the flakes into smaller pieces. I find it is easier to measure this way.

Posted By: Shelby   |   Date: October 21, 2014

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Posted By: Morgan   |   April 17, 2013

"Which is better - Sodium Hydroxide Flakes or Beads? "

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Staff Answer Sodium Hydroxide Flakes are favored by many soapmakers because they do not roll around and less prone to static.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 15, 2013

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Most soap makers prefer flakes ! :D

Posted By: Becky   |   Date: September 04, 2013

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I prefer the flakes though they are harder to obtain. The beads and granules tend to stick to the sides of the container you use and they also are harder to measure because they pour so quickly. It's a matter of personal preference but I like flakes.

Posted By: Jamie   |   Date: September 24, 2013

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It's purely a mater of personal preference. In my opinion, flakes are easier for smaller amounts.

Posted By: Stephanie   |   Date: August 26, 2014

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I have only ever used the flakes, and I have heard so many nightmares about the beads I will not go near them. I am only guessing, but they probably take a bit longer to dissolve than the beads. But, who cares about that when you consider how easy to pour and measure they are! No static, and good control. I am so thrilled that I can get my lye flakes from WSP now. Thank you!!

Posted By: Mary Lynn   |   Date: September 16, 2014

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Posted By: Charlene   |   August 29, 2013

"Hi I was wondering when I make the soap will the flakes come out the same way as if I am using Lye, and also will you show how to use the flakes. Thanks"

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I have used Flakes before - the flakes seem to be easy to use. I'm not sure by what you mean come out the same way...

Posted By: Rachele   |   Date: September 17, 2013

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I've heard that the flakes are MUCH easier to use as they don't hold as much static. Right now I am using beads but can't wait till WSP gets their flakes in and I can buy them here.

Posted By: Jamie   |   Date: September 29, 2013

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Some of the benefits of flakes is there seems to be less "dust". It's a personal preference, but flakes are very easy to use.

Posted By: Denise   |   Date: October 24, 2013

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The flakes will work the same way as the beads, you will measure the same amounts. I've used both but the flakes and beads but flakes were easier for me to pour and measure.

Posted By: Molly   |   Date: June 17, 2014

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Flakes are used similarly to pellets - always by weight, in a well ventilated area, with you wearing protective gear. I have not noticed a difference between flakes/pellets for outcome, just be careful to not confuse with potassium hydroxide.

Posted By: Stephanie   |   Date: August 26, 2014

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Posted By: Shawn   |   June 23, 2014

"I am a beginning soap maker and just received an order of lye (flakes). The container doesn't offer any suggestions about the best place (dark, dry, room temp, etc.) to store the container other than out of the reach of children and pets. Any suggestions?"

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I prefer to store mine in a cool dry place. The key here is no moisture, as moisture (water) is what activates the lye. Always keep the lid screwed on tight so it will not come off and spill, espcially if you have pets or children.

Posted By: Heather   |   Date: June 24, 2014

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Cool, dry, tightly sealed, and secure area. I like a locked closet on a low shelf (less likely to drop/spill).

Posted By: Stephanie   |   Date: August 26, 2014

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Posted By: Lydia   |   October 08, 2013

"Can you tell me if there is an expiration date on sodium hydroxide, or does it last indefinitely? Thanks for your help. "

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Staff Answer Sodium Hydroxide will react with CO2 in the air, so it can lose it's potency. If stored properly in an airtight container it should last for a very long time.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 09, 2013

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I had some that was over 3 years old that worked just fine. It was kept sealed in a cool dark place.

Posted By: Heather   |   Date: July 01, 2014

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I try to only order what I will use is a year, but I have used some over five years old. The key is to seal tightly so water cannot get into your container and degrade the lye.

Posted By: Stephanie   |   Date: August 26, 2014

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Posted By: nhile   |   August 22, 2014

"If i want to make a soap bar (about 100g), what is the suitable use level ?"

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That will depend on the oil(s) used and the amount of free oils (superfat) you want in your finished bar. There are many interactive lye calculator online to help you determine how much lye to use.

Posted By: Stephanie   |   Date: August 26, 2014

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Posted By: Rea   |   October 01, 2013

"What type of canister is used to hold the flakes?"

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Staff Answer The container is in a heavy plastic canister with a child-proof lid.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 22, 2013

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Posted By: Kimberly   |   October 09, 2013

"Does shipping work the same way when ordering this or do we have to pay extra?"

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Staff Answer Yes, it is the same. As long as you meet our minimum order requirement, we ship free in the 48 contiguous United States. We do not charge any additional fees due to shipping an order with lye.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 09, 2013

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Posted By: Chris   |   October 08, 2013

"Is this food grade or technical grade?"

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Food grade.

Posted By: Cee   |   Date: October 08, 2013

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It's food grade. It's under the overview on the product page.

Posted By: Mary   |   Date: October 08, 2013

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Posted By: Mckenzie   |   April 30, 2013

"What will happen if I touch the Sodium Hydroxide without gloves? "

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Sodium hydroxide is extremely caustic and would cause chemical burns. Due to the rapid temperature change when it comes in contact with liquid, you have a good chance of getting a heat burn as well. Once in contact, your skin would immediately start to decompose. Bottom line, ALWAYS wear protective clothes, gloves and goggles. Even the most experienced Soaper can make a mistake.

Posted By: Christine   |   Date: August 28, 2013

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I've read that you can apply vinegar to a lye burn. I'm not sure if it works for major burns but I was splashed with a tiny but of lye water and it seemed to take the itchiness away.

Posted By: Chelsie   |   Date: September 03, 2013

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It would create an extremly painful chemical burn ! Don't do it , and be safe when using lye !!!

Posted By: Becky   |   Date: September 04, 2013

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Staff Answer Touching the flake may not hurt. When water is then added (sweat or when washing your hands) it can cause an extreme chemical burn. It is vital you where protective gloves, long sleeves and clothing.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: September 05, 2013

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I would not touch the dry material or the water. It WILL cause a chemical and/or heat burn. Always use goggles, gloves, and protective clothing. Also, the vinegar thing is a myth and SHOULD NEVER be used to neutralize the burn. In fact, the chemical reaction in vinegar will make the lye hotter on your skin and cause a worse burn. The poison control center recommends water and soap. Please be careful when using this product!!

Posted By: Jamie   |   Date: September 24, 2013

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Think of putting a match out with bare fingers...

Posted By: Cee   |   Date: October 08, 2013

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They used to say to use vinager if you got lye on your skin(and many books sadly still say so and thats where may soapers get the Idea) but now it is known that you NEVER and vinager to a lye burn on you (you can still use it to nutralize spills) because the reaction causes extreme heat and will hurt you even worse. Always rinse the effected skin with cool running water for 20 minutes

Posted By: AnnaRose   |   Date: October 08, 2013

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Posted By: Nicole   |   August 29, 2013

"I have one more question-- when an item is out of stock there are no prices visible. Do you know what your pricing will be and what unit sizes will it be available in, and if so, can you share that information? Again, thanks for your help, and thanks for the quick response to my last question!!"

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Staff Answer If there are no prices visible then we are waiting to obtain a cost from the vendor. Prices are added to the site when we have all costs in place. In the case of Sodium Hydroxide, we are still trying to assess labor costs. We can't do that until the containers arrive.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 30, 2013

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Posted By: Nicole   |   August 29, 2013

"Just wondering when you will have your lye back in stock. Every time I check the date has changed! Thanks for your help!"

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Staff Answer This is a new product for us and we are hoping to get it in stock soon. The containers used to package this product came in screened wrong and have to be re-run.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 29, 2013

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