Is Lye an Acid or Base?

Now let's look at lye, a strong base with the chemical formula NaOH (sodium hydroxide). If we add NaOH to water, it dissociates into Na⁺ and OH^-.

Is lye basic or acidic?

Sodium hydroxide (NaOH) or lye is considered to be alkaline. It is considered a strong base because it can dissociate from the hydrogen ion into a...

What is the pH of lye?

Sodium hydroxide lye has a pH of about 14, putting it at the very top of the pH scale. When too much lye is used in the soap, the pH level will rise from the normal level of 9-10, and can become closer to 11-14.