Potassium hydroxide Technical, >=85%, powder
PurReagent
Synonym: Caustic potash, Potassium hydroxide
Linear Formula:
KOH
Molecular Weight: 56.11 g/mol
CAS Number: 1310-58-3
Properties
| Vapour pressure | 1 mmHg ( 719°C) |
| Water Solubility | Soluble |
| Assay Purity | >=85% |
| B pt. | 1327°C |
| M pt. | 361°C |
| Density | 2.04 g/cm3 (20°C) |
| Form | Solid |
Safety Information
| Hazard Statement(s) | H290,H302,H314 |
| Precautionary Statement | P234 - P260 - P280 - P301 + P312 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P305 + P351 + P338 |
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| Signal word | Danger |
| HS Code | 28152000 |
| Storage Temp. | Room temperature |
| Storage Class | 8A - Combustible corrosive hazardous materials |
| UN Number | 1813 |
Description
Application
Preparation of soaps and detergents (soft soaps). Acid-base titrations and chemical analysis. Manufacturing of fertilizers batteries and pharmaceuticals. pH adjustment in industrial processes. Production of potassium salts.
Purpose
Potassium hydroxide is primarily used as a strong base for neutralization reactions chemical manufacturing and analytical laboratory work.
General Description
Potassium hydroxide is a strong alkali (base) with the chemical formula KOH. It is a white highly corrosive solid that readily dissolves in water producing a strongly alkaline solution.
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