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Potassium hydroxide, 50% w/v aq. soln.
CAS: 1310-58-3 | HKO | 56.11 g/mol
Supplier: Thermo Scientific Chemicals 35621K7
Description
Potassium hydroxide acts as the precursor for most of the soft and liquid soaps, and for numerous potassium-containing chemicals. It is widely used in the manufacture of detergents, fertilizer, rayon, paper, dyestuffs, various drugs, drug intermediates, fine chemicals, and petroleum products. In the field of organic chemistry, potassium hydroxide acts as a base, and is used in the synthesis of several organic compounds. Further it finds application as an electrolyte in alkaline batteries, which are based on nickel-cadmium, nickel-hydrogen and manganese dioxide-zinc.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Greener Choice Claims
- Environmental benefits include:
- Free-of a substance that causes environmental harm
- Non-Toxic
- Ozone-Safe or Safe for the Ozone Layer
- Renewable Energy
Specifications
| Potassium hydroxide | |
| 1310-58-3 | |
| MFCD00003553 | |
| potassium hydroxide, caustic potash, potash lye, potassium hydrate, hydroxyde de potassium, potassa, potasse caustique, potassium hydroxide k oh, potassium hydroxide solution, caswell no. 693 | |
| 4 L | |
| [OH-].[K+] | |
| 56.11 | |
| CHEBI:32035 | |
| 23 hPa (17mm Hg) at 20°C |
| Colorless | |
| HKO | |
| 1.5 g/cm3 at 20°C | |
| Miscible with water and ethanol. | |
| KWYUFKZDYYNOTN-UHFFFAOYSA-M | |
| potassium hydroxide | |
| 14797 | |
| 56.11 | |
| Liquid |
Chemical Identifiers
| 1310-58-3 | |
| 56.11 | |
| KWYUFKZDYYNOTN-UHFFFAOYSA-M | |
| 14797 | |
| potassium hydroxide |
| HKO | |
| MFCD00003553 | |
| potassium hydroxide, caustic potash, potash lye, potassium hydrate, hydroxyde de potassium, potassa, potasse caustique, potassium hydroxide k oh, potassium hydroxide solution, caswell no. 693Show More | |
| CHEBI:32035 | |
| [OH-].[K+] |
Safety and Handling
Keep container in a well ventilated place. Keep away from combustible material. When using do not eat or drink. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). This material and/or its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
P260-P264b-P270-P271-P280-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P310-P330-P331-P363-P501c
H302-H314-H335
DOTInformation : DOT Class: 8; Packing Group: II
EINECSNumber : 215-181-3
RTECSNumber : TT2100000
TSCA : Yes
Recommended Storage : Ambient temperatures
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