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Caustic Soda Supplier in Dubai & UAE — Bulk Export from Jebel Ali Port
SUHA International Trading L.L.C. is a leading caustic soda supplier in the UAE, exporting high-purity sodium hydroxide (NaOH) in bulk quantities to over 40 countries worldwide. Operating from Dubai with warehousing at Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) — one of the world's top 10 busiest container ports — we provide industrial buyers, manufacturers, and trading companies with reliable, fast, and competitively priced caustic soda supply.
Whether you require caustic soda flakes (NaOH 98%), caustic soda pearls (NaOH 99%), or liquid caustic soda (50% solution), our Dubai-based export hub enables FOB shipments within 7–10 days, direct to your destination port across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
Why Source Caustic Soda from a UAE-Based Supplier?
The United Arab Emirates — and Dubai in particular — has emerged as the world's premier re-export hub for industrial chemicals. Sourcing caustic soda from a UAE supplier delivers a set of logistical, commercial, and regulatory advantages that suppliers in China, India, or Europe simply cannot match for buyers across Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia.
📊 Market Data: The UAE caustic soda market is projected to grow at over 5.70% CAGR from 2025 to 2030, driven by rising industrial demand across the region. The UAE's role as a re-export hub for the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia is a key growth driver.
Source: Bonafide Research, UAE Caustic Soda Market Overview, 2030
Jebel Ali — World's #9 Busiest Port
Jebel Ali Port handled 15.5 million TEUs in 2024, connecting Dubai to over 150 ports worldwide via 80+ weekly shipping services. Faster clearance, more vessel options, and better freight rates than any regional alternative.
Stock Always Ready — No Production Delays
Unlike factory-direct suppliers, our Jebel Ali warehouse holds ready inventory of flakes, pearls, and liquid. You get 7–10 day lead times, not the 3–6 week factory production cycles from China or India.
Ideal Gateway for Africa & Asia
Dubai is geographically positioned at the crossroads of Asia, Africa, and Europe. Transit times to East Africa average 14–18 days, to South Asia 5–8 days, and to Southeast Asia 20–25 days — far shorter than European or Chinese routes for most destinations.
JAFZA Free Zone — Tax & Duty Advantages
Operating within the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) means zero import/export duties on re-exports, 100% foreign ownership, and streamlined customs processing — saving time and reducing your landed cost.
UAE Compliance & Documentation
UAE-origin or UAE-transshipment certificates, SGS/BV third-party inspection, REACH-compliant SDS, Halal certificates, and COA documents are issued faster and with wider international acceptance than documentation from many other exporting countries.
Dual-Source Supply Security
We source NaOH from certified manufacturers in Turkey and re-export via Dubai, giving you supply chain redundancy. If one source faces disruption, the other ensures your orders continue uninterrupted.
Our Caustic Soda Products — Available for Export from Dubai
We supply all three commercial forms of caustic soda (sodium hydroxide) from our Jebel Ali hub, each suited to specific industrial applications and handling requirements:
🧂 Caustic Soda Flakes
- White, irregular crystalline solid
- 25kg PP bags / 1,000kg jumbo bags
- MOQ: 24 MT (1 × 20' FCL)
- FOB: $320–$380 / MT (May 2026)
- Best for: Soap making, textiles, batch chemical processing
⚪ Caustic Soda Pearls
- Spherical beads, 0.5–2mm diameter
- 25kg PP bags / 1,000kg jumbo bags
- MOQ: 20 MT (1 × 20' FCL)
- FOB: $340–$400 / MT (May 2026)
- Best for: Automated systems, pharma, food processing
💧 Liquid Caustic Soda
- Clear aqueous solution, 30–50%
- Flexitank / ISO tank
- MOQ: 20 MT (1 Flexitank)
- FOB: $180–$240 / MT (May 2026)
- Best for: Water treatment, paper mills, continuous processes
⚠ All FOB prices are indicative for May 2026, loading Jebel Ali (UAE). Contact us for a confirmed quote based on your quantity, packaging preference, and destination port. View full Caustic Soda Price Page →
Technical Specifications — Caustic Soda from UAE
| Parameter | Flakes (98%) | Pearls (99%) | Liquid (50%) | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NaOH Purity | ≥ 98.0% | ≥ 99.0% | ≥ 48.0% | Titrimetric |
| Na₂CO₃ | ≤ 0.8% | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.2% | ISIRI-6135 |
| NaCl | ≤ 0.05% | ≤ 0.03% | ≤ 0.01% | ISIRI-6135 |
| Fe (Iron) | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 3 ppm | ICP-OES |
| Density | 2.13 g/cm³ | 2.13 g/cm³ | 1.53 g/cm³ | ISO 758 |
| Physical Form | White flakes | White beads | Clear liquid | Visual |
| UN Number | UN 1823 | UN 1823 | UN 1824 | IMDG Code |
| HS Code | 2815.11 | 2815.11 | 2815.12 | Harmonized System |
| Packaging | 25kg / 1MT bag | 25kg / 1MT bag | Flexitank / ISO | — |
| Shelf Life | 2 years (sealed) | 2 years (sealed) | 1 year (sealed) | — |
All shipments include: Certificate of Analysis (COA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS), Packing List, Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading, and Certificate of Origin (UAE). SGS or Bureau Veritas third-party inspection available on request.
Export Destinations from Dubai — Shipping Times & Routes
From Jebel Ali Port, Dubai, we export caustic soda to the following regions. Transit times below are estimates for FCL (full container load) shipments:
| Country / Port | Est. Transit Time | Current Price | Shipping Line Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🌍 East Africa | |||
| Mombasa, Kenya | 14–18 days | Caustic Soda Price | MSC, Maersk, CMA CGM |
| Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | 15–19 days | Caustic Soda Price | MSC, Hapag-Lloyd |
| Djibouti | 10–13 days | Caustic Soda Price | MSC, CMA CGM |
| Berbera, Somalia | 9–12 days | Caustic Soda Price | MSC |
| 🌍 West Africa | |||
| Lagos (Apapa), Nigeria | 18–22 days | Caustic Soda Price | Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM |
| Tema, Ghana | 20–24 days | Caustic Soda Price | MSC, Hapag-Lloyd |
| Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire | 21–25 days | Caustic Soda Price | CMA CGM, MSC |
| 🌏 South & Southeast Asia | |||
| Karachi, Pakistan | 5–8 days | Caustic Soda Price | COSCO, MSC, Maersk |
| Colombo, Sri Lanka | 6–9 days | Caustic Soda Price | MSC, Evergreen |
| Chittagong, Bangladesh | 8–11 days | Caustic Soda Price | Maersk, COSCO |
| Jakarta, Indonesia | 20–25 days | Caustic Soda Price | Evergreen, MSC |
| 🌍 Middle East | |||
| Oman (Sohar / Salalah) | 2–4 days | Caustic Soda Price | Regional feeder |
| Saudi Arabia (Dammam / Jeddah) | 3–6 days | Caustic Soda Price | MSC, CMA CGM |
| Iraq (Umm Qasr) | 4–7 days | Caustic Soda Price | MSC, Arkas |
| 🌍 North Africa & Mediterranean | |||
| Alexandria, Egypt | 8–11 days | Caustic Soda Price | CMA CGM, MSC |
| Casablanca, Morocco | 14–18 days | Caustic Soda Price | Maersk, CMA CGM |
* CIF estimates based on May 2026 FOB rates + current average freight. Actual rates depend on vessel availability, booking date, and incoterms. Contact us for a confirmed CIF/CFR quote.
How to Order — Step-by-Step Process
Our ordering process is straightforward and transparent. Here is exactly what happens from first contact to product delivery:
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Submit Your Inquiry (Day 1)
Contact us via our inquiry form, WhatsApp (+971 50 720 9246), or email (info@causticsodaco.com). Tell us: product type (flakes/pearls/liquid), quantity in MT, destination port, and preferred incoterm (FOB/CIF/CFR).
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Receive Formal Quotation (Within 24 Hours)
We issue a formal price quotation including: unit price (USD/MT), total value, payment terms, packaging details, loading port, and estimated shipping schedule.
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Confirm Order & Agree Payment Terms (Day 2–3)
We accept T/T (bank transfer), Letter of Credit (L/C at sight), and D/P (documents against payment). For new buyers, we typically work on 30% deposit + 70% before shipment or L/C at sight.
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Pre-Shipment Inspection (Optional — Day 4–6)
Upon request, we arrange SGS or Bureau Veritas (BV) inspection at Jebel Ali warehouse before loading. You receive a full inspection report and Certificate of Analysis (COA) prior to payment of balance.
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Loading & Shipping from Jebel Ali (Day 7–10)
Container is loaded at Jebel Ali Port onto your chosen vessel. We provide: Bill of Lading (B/L), Packing List, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin, MSDS/SDS, and COA within 24 hours of vessel departure.
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Shipment Tracking & After-Sale Support
We share the container number and B/L for real-time tracking. Our team remains available throughout transit for any documentation queries, port agent coordination, or follow-up orders.
Industries We Serve from Dubai
Our caustic soda exports from the UAE serve buyers across a wide spectrum of industrial sectors. The Middle East and Africa caustic soda market is projected to grow at 5.21% CAGR through 2030 (Bonafide Research, 2026), driven by rapid expansion in the following industries:
| Industry | Application | Recommended Grade | Common Buyer Countries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Treatment | pH correction, desalination, effluent neutralization | Liquid 50% or Flakes | Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kenya, Egypt |
| Soap & Detergents | Saponification, surfactant production | Flakes 98% or Pearls 99% | Nigeria, Indonesia, Bangladesh, India |
| Textile | Cotton mercerization, scouring, bleaching | Flakes 98% | Bangladesh, Pakistan, Vietnam, Ethiopia |
| Pulp & Paper | Kraft pulping, de-inking, pH control | Liquid 50% | Indonesia, Vietnam, Morocco, Tanzania |
| Oil & Gas | Acid gas scrubbing, drilling fluid pH control | Liquid 50% or Flakes | Iraq, Oman, Nigeria, Algeria |
| Food Processing | Equipment CIP cleaning, olive curing, pH regulation | Pearls 99% (Food Grade) | Turkey, Egypt, Morocco, Jordan |
| Alumina Refining | Bayer process, bauxite digestion | Liquid 50% | Guinea, Ghana, India, Jamaica |
| Chemical Manufacturing | Synthesis, neutralization, pH control | All grades | India, China, Germany, Brazil |
| Mining | Ore flotation, gold leaching, pH control | Flakes 98% or Liquid | South Africa, Ghana, Tanzania, Zambia |
Why Choose SUHA International — Our Competitive Advantages
✅ Ready Stock in Jebel Ali — No production wait times. Load within 7–10 days.
✅ Dual Supply Origin — Turkey + UAE warehouse. Supply continuity guaranteed.
✅ 24-Hour Quote Turnaround — FOB and CIF pricing for any destination, same day.
✅ Full Documentation Package — COA, SDS, B/L, Certificate of Origin, Packing List.
✅ SGS / Bureau Veritas Inspection — Third-party quality verification on request.
✅ Flexible Packaging — 25kg bags, 1MT jumbo bags, Flexitanks, ISO tanks.
✅ Flexible Incoterms — FOB, CIF, CFR, CPT available for all destinations.
✅ ISO Certified Supply Chain — ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 production standards.
UAE as a Global Chemical Export Hub — Market Context
The strategic importance of sourcing chemicals from the UAE is supported by hard data. Jebel Ali Port — operated by DP World — processed a record 15.5 million TEUs in 2024, its highest volume since 2015, and re-entered the global top 10 busiest container ports (DP World Annual Report, 2025). This translates directly into commercial advantages for chemical buyers:
- More shipping options: 80+ weekly services connect Jebel Ali to 150+ ports worldwide (CMA CGM, Maersk, MSC, Evergreen, Hapag-Lloyd all operate from Jebel Ali).
- Faster documentation: Dubai Trade's digital platform enables same-day customs clearance and electronic documentation for most destinations.
- Competitive freight: High port volume means more competitive container rates compared to smaller regional ports.
- Regional re-export advantage: Jebel Ali is positioned as the "central node for chemical distribution to the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia" — reinforced by the UAE's extensive network of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs).
📊 The global caustic soda market reached $45.71 billion in 2025 and is expected to grow to $56.89 billion by 2030 at 4.5% CAGR, driven by rising demand from pulp & paper, water treatment, alumina refining, and textile industries.
Source: The Business Research Company, Global Caustic Soda Market Report 2026
Request a FOB or CIF Quote — Response Within 24 Hours
Tell us your product, quantity (MT), destination port, and preferred incoterm. We respond with a formal price offer within 24 hours, every working day.
Frequently Asked Questions — Caustic Soda Supplier UAE
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for caustic soda from Dubai?
Our standard MOQ is 20 metric tons (1 × 20' FCL) for caustic soda flakes and pearls, and 20 MT (1 flexitank) for liquid caustic soda. For repeat buyers and long-term contracts, we can accommodate orders of 5–20 FCL per month with preferential pricing.
How quickly can you ship caustic soda from Jebel Ali, Dubai?
For in-stock products, we can load and ship from Jebel Ali within 7–10 working days from order confirmation and deposit receipt. Rush orders (5–7 days) may be accommodated depending on current stock levels — contact us to confirm availability.
What documents do you provide with each caustic soda shipment?
Every shipment includes: Certificate of Analysis (COA), Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS), Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading (B/L), and Certificate of Origin (UAE). SGS or Bureau Veritas pre-shipment inspection certificates are available on request at buyer's cost.
What payment terms do you accept for caustic soda exports from UAE?
We accept T/T (Telegraphic Transfer), Letter of Credit (L/C at sight), and D/P (Documents against Payment). Standard terms for new buyers are 30% advance deposit + 70% against copy of Bill of Lading. Long-term contract buyers may qualify for improved payment terms.
Can you supply food-grade or pharmaceutical-grade caustic soda from Dubai?
Yes. We supply food-grade caustic soda pearls (NaOH ≥99%) compliant with FDA 21 CFR 184.1763 and pharmaceutical-grade NaOH (≥99.5%) meeting USP/NF and EP standards. Halal certification is also available for food-grade products. Minimum purity and contamination certificates are provided per batch.
Do you supply caustic soda to African countries from Dubai?
Yes — Africa is one of our primary export markets. We regularly ship caustic soda to Nigeria, Kenya, Tanzania, Ghana, Ethiopia, Ivory Coast, Mozambique, Zambia, and Uganda, among others. Dubai's Jebel Ali Port offers excellent connectivity to East and West African ports, with competitive freight rates and short transit times.
What is the HS Code for caustic soda (sodium hydroxide)?
The HS codes for caustic soda are: 2815.11 (solid sodium hydroxide — flakes, pearls, prills) and 2815.12 (sodium hydroxide in aqueous solution — liquid caustic soda). These codes are used for UAE customs export documentation and import customs at destination.
Is caustic soda from UAE competitive in price compared to China?
For buyers in Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia, UAE-sourced caustic soda is highly competitive once all factors are considered: shorter transit times reduce working capital tied up in transit, lower freight costs to nearby markets, faster delivery reduces production downtime risk, and UAE documentation is universally accepted without additional authentication requirements that some markets require for Chinese goods.
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