Why is this Lye like jumping beans

[MountNView]

Previously I had bought my lye from Essential Depot and had no issues. I recently ran out and bought some from Bulk Apothocary since I was ordering other products from them. I am finding it very difficult to pour out of the quart container. It flies all over the place due to the static in it. I contacted them and I can't return it. They said it is a little jumpy and suggested I keep it cool. Does anyone have any experience with how to use this and pour it without half of it ending up on the counter or stuck to the outside of the everything close by?

 

[The Efficacious Gentleman]

Some people find that shaking the container (with the lid on, and a hand on the lid for safety) helps to prevent it. Also, using dryer sheets might help.

 

[Susie]

Wipe the lip of the bottle, as well as the inside of the cup you are pouring into. This was just discussed in this thread:

http://www.soapmakingforum.com/showthread.php?t=52035&highlight=static

 

[shunt2011]

Dryer sheets work well for me. Especially right now when it's extremely dry in the house. I wipe the container as well as the top of the bottle and it helps a lot.

 

[alexiso]

I have the same issue and have used a dryer sheet with some success. I also pour my lye in a glass jar and that has really made a big difference over using my typical plastic container.

 

[MountNView]

Thanks for the suggestions...Susie I read the post from the link you supplied...found that post interesting. I should have done a search before I posted this. Funny I did not have this happen with the Essencial Depot lye beads... It would have been nice if the vendor had put some sort of note on the container as a caution...Oh well, live and learn. Have a great day.