Product Overview
Potassium Hydroxide, Pellets, Reagent, ACS Grade
Molecular Formula: KOH
CAS Number: 1310-58-3
Molecular Weight: 56.11
Potassium Hydroxide, Pellets, Reagent, ACS is an inorganic compound commonly referred to as Caustic Potash. A colorless solid chemical compound, POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, PELLETS, Reagent, ACS is a protypical strong base. In the case of POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, PELLETS, Reagent, ACS it's commonly used as a precursor to soft and liquid soaps, as well as potassium containing chemicals. ACS or Reagent grade Potassium Hydroxide is used in the laboratory as an analytical testing reagent.
Synonyms: Caustic Potash ; Potash Lye
| TEST | MIN | MAX |
|---|---|---|
| ASSAY (KOH) | 85 % | |
| POTASSIUM CARBONATE (K2CO3) | 2.0 % | |
| CHLORIDE (Cl) | 0.01 % | |
| NITROGEN COMPOUNDS (as N) | 0.001 % | |
| PHOSPHATE (PO4) | 5 ppm | |
| SULFATE | 0.003 % | |
| HEAVY METALS (by ICP-OES) | 0.001 % | |
| NICKEL (Ni) | 0.001 % | |
| IRON (Fe) | 0.001 % | |
| CALCIUM (Ca) | 0.005 % | |
| MAGNESIUM (Mg) | 0.002 % | |
| SODIUM (Na) | 0.05 % |
Shipping Information
DOT: UN1813, Potassium hydroxide, solid, 8, PG II
Largest individual container shippable via:
UPS/FedEx Ground: 12 kg UPS Air: 2.5 kg FedEx Air: 50 kg
Tariff No. 2815200050
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Storage Information
DELIQUESCENT: Keep tightly closed.
