Caustic soda, also known as sodium hydroxide (NaOH) or lye derived its name from its properties of corrosive or caustic. When in pure form, this chemical is waxy and mostly comes in white color. Caustic soda easily absorbs soda white forming aqueous solution. It is extensively used in the making of soaps, frosting glass, homemade biodiesel, candle making, various food stuffs, and also for chemical experiments. Other used of caustic soda include its inclusion in the manufacturing of petroleum products, pulp and paper, chemical production, alumina, and also applications, such as mining, textile industry, water treatment, metal processing, and more.