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Buenas Pure Chinese Lye Water / Lihiya – 310g

Product Description Buenas Pure Chinese Lye Water / Lihiya – 310g is a Filipino/Asian cooking ingredient used in small amounts to improve the texture, colour, and firmness of selected foods. It is commonly used for kutsinta, pichi-pichi, suman sa lihiya, Chinese-style noodles, rice, meat, and vegetables. It helps soften food, enhance texture, and maintain colour when used correctly. Ingredients Online product listings for this item are not fully consistent. One listing states: 60% water, 39.9% sodium hydroxide, 0.1% sodium chloride. Another listing for the same product category states water, sodium hydroxide, and sodium chloride, with usage and caution notes. Allergy / Allergen Information No common allergens are listed in the available ingredient information. However, the product’s back label is not visible in the photo, so the safest wording is: Allergen advice: No allergens declared. Please check the product label before use. Produced or packed in a facility where cross-contamination may be possible. Important Safety Note Lye water is highly alkaline and should be used only in very small amounts according to recipe instructions. Do not drink directly, do not use in large amounts, and avoid contact with skin and eyes. One product listing warns that it may be corrosive and irritating to the respiratory system and skin. Storage Store in a cool, dry place, away from children and direct sunlight. One listing recommends storage at a maximum temperature of 32°C