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Sodium Hydroxide 0.1 N (0.1 M) Solution

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SKU: ZS0606-32
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Description
  • What it is. This sodium hydroxide solution is a 0.1 N (0.1 M) volumetric standard base, offered in 1 quart and 1 gallon sizes. It is a clear, colorless titrant for determining acids and acidity in analytical, food, and QC labs.
  • Molar equals normal. Sodium hydroxide releases one hydroxide ion per formula unit, so 0.1 N equals 0.1 M. Each liter contains about 4.000 g of NaOH, and each milliliter neutralizes 0.1 millimole of acid, equal to 3.646 mg of HCl or 6.005 mg of acetic acid (calculated).
  • The most common standard base. Sodium hydroxide is the standard titrant for acids in most laboratories. It reacts quickly and completely with strong and weak acids, and its endpoint is easily seen with phenolphthalein or measured with a pH meter.
  • Standardization with KHP. Sodium hydroxide is not a primary standard because it absorbs moisture and carbon dioxide. Standardize it against dried potassium hydrogen phthalate (KHP), a stable primary standard acid, using phenolphthalein or a potentiometric endpoint.
  • Carbon dioxide sensitivity. Sodium hydroxide absorbs carbon dioxide from the air, forming sodium carbonate, which lowers effective strength and blurs endpoints. Keep the container tightly closed and restandardize regularly, especially for critical work.
  • Common determinations. Typical uses include acetic acid in vinegar, titratable acidity in juices, wine, and dairy, acid value of oils, free acid in chemicals, and standardization or cross-checking of acid titrants such as Lab Pro's Hydrochloric Acid 0.1 N (0.1 M), 1 Gallon.
  • Two sizes. The 1 quart size (ZS0606-32) suits teaching labs and occasional testing, while the 1 gallon size (ZS0606-128) supports QC labs that titrate daily.
  • Calculating acidity. Acidity, as grams of acid per 100 mL, equals the titrant volume multiplied by the normality and by the acid's milliequivalent weight, divided by the sample volume and multiplied by 100. For acetic acid, the milliequivalent weight is 0.06005 g.
  • Handling at a glance. At 0.1 N, sodium hydroxide can irritate eyes and skin. Wear safety glasses and gloves, rinse splashes with water, and keep it away from acids and reactive metals such as aluminum. Pair it with Phenolphthalein Indicator 1% in IPA (1 Pint, 20 L).

Technical Specifications

Chemical Name Sodium hydroxide, aqueous volumetric solution
CAS Numbers 1310-73-2 (sodium hydroxide); 7732-18-5 (water)
EC Number (NaOH) 215-185-5
Synonyms Caustic soda solution, NaOH solution
Formula (active) NaOH
Molecular Weight (active) 40.00 g/mol
Concentration 0.1 N (0.1 M)
NaOH Content About 4.000 g/L (calculated)
Neutralizing Capacity 1.00 mL = 0.1 mmol acid; 3.646 mg HCl; 6.005 mg acetic acid (calculated)
Typical Indicator Phenolphthalein
Primary Standard Potassium hydrogen phthalate (KHP)
Appearance Clear, colorless liquid
Storage Note Absorbs CO2; keep tightly closed
Exposure Limit (NaOH) NIOSH REL 2 mg/m³ ceiling
Hazard Profile Eye and skin irritant at this strength (confirm on SDS)
Package Sizes 1 quart; 1 gallon

Available Variants

  • ZS0606-32: 1 quart for teaching labs and occasional testing.
  • ZS0606-128 (SH1160-38): 1 gallon for daily QC titration.

Applications / Common Uses

  • Titratable acidity: Measures acidity in juices, wine, and dairy.
  • Vinegar analysis: Determines acetic acid content.
  • Acid value: Titrates free acids in oils and fats.
  • Acid titrant verification: Cross-checks HCl and other standard acids.
  • Teaching labs: Demonstrates acid-base titration.

Storage, Handling & Shipping

Store tightly closed at room temperature, away from acids and reactive metals. Sodium hydroxide solutions absorb carbon dioxide from the air, so keep the container sealed and restandardize when results depend on exact normality.

  • Incompatible materials: Acids, aluminum, zinc, tin, and other reactive metals.
  • Exposure limit (NaOH): NIOSH REL 2 mg/m³ ceiling.
  • Spill response: Contain, neutralize cautiously with a weak acid, and rinse with water.
  • First aid: Eyes: flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Skin: rinse with water.

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What is 0.1 N sodium hydroxide used for?

It is the standard base for titrating acids, including acetic acid in vinegar, titratable acidity in juices, wine, and dairy, acid value in oils, and free acid in chemicals. It is also used to verify acid titrants such as hydrochloric acid in QC labs. Phenolphthalein is the usual indicator.

How do I standardize 0.1 N NaOH?

Dry potassium hydrogen phthalate, weigh an accurate portion, dissolve it in carbon dioxide-free water, and titrate with the sodium hydroxide using phenolphthalein. Calculate normality from the moles of KHP and the volume used, and repeat the titration in triplicate. Average the results for the final normality.

Why does sodium hydroxide solution lose strength?

Sodium hydroxide absorbs carbon dioxide from the air, converting some hydroxide to carbonate. That lowers its effective strength and makes endpoints less sharp. Keep the container tightly closed, limit time open, and restandardize regularly, especially before critical or regulated testing. Fresh standardization keeps results comparable.

Is 0.1 N the same as 0.1 M for sodium hydroxide?

Yes. Sodium hydroxide releases one hydroxide ion per formula unit, so normality and molarity are equal. A 0.1 N solution is 0.1 M, contains about 4.000 g of NaOH per liter, and each milliliter neutralizes 0.1 millimole of a monoprotic acid. Diprotic bases differ. Check your method.

Which size should I choose?

Choose the quart for teaching labs and occasional titrations, so the solution is used before it absorbs much carbon dioxide. Choose the gallon for QC labs that titrate daily, keeping it tightly closed and restandardizing on a regular schedule. Both contain the same solution. Label opening dates.