caustic soda
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It is used by the chlor-alkali industry, which produces bleach, caustic soda and other products.
From Washington Times
The substance is found in products such brake linings and gaskets, and is used to manufacture chlorine bleach and sodium hydroxide, also known as caustic soda.
From Seattle Times
The containers held chemicals such as caustic soda, nitric acid, methanol and plastic pellets, and the ship also carried about 350 tons of oil.
From New York Times
The Sri Lankan navy has said the ship was also carrying caustic soda, sodium methoxide and methane.
From Washington Post
In response, caustic soda was injected into the water to slow corrosion and bring lead levels down.
From Washington Post
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