2019

Caustic Soda and Its Uses in Textile Industries

Caustic soda, otherwise known as sodium hydroxide or lye, is a chemical that was first prepared and used by soap makers. Today, it is widely used in the textile industry for processes such as scouring, mercerization, and dyeing, integral parts of the textile manufacturing process. Uses of caustic soda: Scouring is a chemical washing process used …

Caustic Soda and Its Uses in Textile Industries Read More »

Health Benefits of Pine Essential Oil

pine cones

Pine essential oil is obtained by the steam-distillation of pine needles, twigs and cones from the common pine species Pinus sylvestris. Chemically, pine oil comprises mainly alpha-terpineol and other cyclic terpene alcohols. It may also contain terpene hydrocarbons, ethers and esters. The exact composition of pine oil is dependent on various factors such as the …

Health Benefits of Pine Essential Oil Read More »