> Is the stuff sold as drain cleaner not suitable for making soap? The 100% lye stuff is, but as the former poster indicated it isn't really the most effective

> Is the stuff sold as drain cleaner not suitable for making soap? The 100% lye stuff is, but as the former poster indicated it isn't really the most effective drain cleaner — and there have been moves to make it illegal, because of its use in drug production. > I haven't tried buying any, but I doubt a couple pounds would be an issue. I have to give my phone number whenever I buy it. Galling: I'm a free citizen of a free republic, and should be able to purchase chemicals without being tracked.