Why It Matters
Process lines need caustic CIP soil removal and some products need controlled alkalization or neutralization; need strong food-grade alkalis
Solution Approach
Process lines need caustic CIP soil removal and some products need controlled alkalization or neutralization; need strong food-grade alkalis RawSource supplies the base chemicals that go into these programs. We can help with product selection, grade matching, and sourcing from multiple origins for supply security.
Typical Formulation Workflow
1
Process & Compliance Review
Map the application and contact points, and confirm food-grade and regulatory status (FCC/USP, Kosher/Halal, allergen) for every input.
2
Ingredient & Grade Selection
Select the right grade of acidulant, preservative, emulsifier, stabilizer, or processing aid for the formulation, label, and sensory targets.
3
Bench Trial & Dosing
Validate use level and performance in a bench or pilot batch, and specify packaging and lot traceability suited to food-safety requirements.
4
Quality & Shelf-Life Validation
Verify finished-product quality, microbial stability, and shelf life, and lock the spec with a CoA and document control for audits.
Recommended Chemistries (4)
Caustic Soda (Sodium Hydroxide) Beads
CAS 1310-73-2
Acids & Salts
pH Adjustment
1824 (SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION) · Class Concentrated sodium hydroxide for CIP cleaning of process lines and pH adjustment of process streams
Melting Point: 318 °C Boiling Point: > 130 °C at 760 mmHg Density: 1.5 at 20 °C
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Potassium Hydroxide (Caustic Potash)
CAS 1310-58-3
Acids & Salts
pH Adjustment
1814 (POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLUTION) · Class Food-grade KOH for alkalization (cocoa, olives) and caustic cleaning
Melting Point: 360 °C approximately Boiling Point: > 130 °C at 760 mmHg Density: 1.45 to 1.50 at 20 °C
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Calcium Hydroxide (Pickling Lime)
CAS 1305-62-0
Specialty Additives
pH Adjustment
Lime for nixtamalization, firming and acid neutralization
Melting Point: 580 °C (Decomposes) (Loses H2O) Boiling Point: Decomposes Density: 2.24 at 20 °C
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Magnesium Oxide
CAS 1309-48-4
Specialty Additives
Color / Pigmentation
Mild alkaline pH buffer and free-flow aid that also supplies magnesium
Melting Point: 2800 °C Boiling Point: 3600 °C at 760 mmHg Density: 3.58
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Mineral Fillers & Pigments
Inorganic bases and processing minerals — hydroxides and oxides for alkalization, calcium silicate anti-caking and diatomaceous filter aid.
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