Potassium hydroxide solution 45 wt. % in H2O PurReagent
PurReagent
Properties
| Vapour pressure | 1 mm Hg ( 719 °C) |
| Autoignition temp. | 425 °C (ethanol) |
| Explosion limit | 3.5-15.0%(V) (ethanol) |
| Assay Purity | 0.45 |
| Refractive index | n20/D 1.421 |
| B pt. | 1320°C |
| M pt. | 361°C(lit.) |
| Density | 1.450 g/mL at 20 °C |
Safety Information
| Hazard Statement(s) | H290-H302-H314 |
| Precautionary Statement | P234-P260-P280-P301+P312-P303+P361+P353-P305+P351+P338 |
| Symbol | |
| Signal word | Danger |
| HS Code | NA |
| Storage Temp. | Room Temperature |
| Storage Class | 8B - Non-combustible corrosive hazardous materials |
| UN Number | 1814 |
Description
Application
KOH solution is widely used in industries for soap and detergent production as well as in the manufacture of biodiesel. It is also employed in chemical laboratories for various reactions such as in titrations and as a cleaning agent to remove organic residues. Additionally it plays a crucial role in the production of fertilizers and in petroleum refining.
Purpose
For R&D
General Description
Potassium hydroxide (KOH) solution also known as caustic potash is a strong alkaline solution formed by dissolving potassium hydroxide in water. It is typically colorless and highly corrosive capable of reacting with acids metals and organic materials. The solution has a high pH making it a powerful base.
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