Appearance
Clear, colorless to faint yellow liquid
Function
The corrosive properties of potassium hydroxide make it a useful ingredient in agents and preparations that clean and disinfect surfaces and materials that can themselves resist corrosion by KOH. Potassium hydroxide is also used in petroleum and natural gas refining for removal of organic acids and sulfur compounds.
Synonyms
Potassium Hydroxide 45% Tech; Unichem POHYD; Potassium Hydroxide 45% Reagt; Potash; Potassio
Storage
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep away from strong acids.
Packages
- 100 ml. HDPE Bottle
- 250 ml. HDPE Bottle
- 60 lb. Open HD Pail
- 1 lb. Bulk
Industry
- Industrial
Product Class
- Acs/reagent
Other
- Origin: Synthetic
- Shelf life: 2 years from mfg. date
- Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 SUB 2 CLASS 85
- Kosher Status: Not Kosher
- Flash Point: 52 øF
- Melting Point: 361 øC
- API: NO
- Allergen: NO
- Hazmat: YES
- Molecular Weight: 56.11 g/mol