Potassium hydroxide, 50% w/v aq. soln.

Description

CAS: 1310-58-3 | HKO | 56.11 g/mol

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.

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Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 1310-58-3
• Molecular Formula: HKO
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 56.11
• MDL Number: MFCD00003553
• InChI Key: KWYUFKZDYYNOTN-UHFFFAOYSA-M
• Synonym: potassium hydroxide, caustic potash, potash lye, potassium hydrate, hydroxyde de potassium, potassa, potasse caustique, potassium hydroxide k oh, potassium hydroxide solution, caswell no. 693
• PubChem CID: 14797
• ChEBI: CHEBI:32035
• IUPAC Name: potassium hydroxide
• SMILES: [OH-].[K+]

• Color: Colorless
• Density: 1.5
• Solubility Information: Miscible with water and ethanol.
• Quantity: 500 mL
• Formula Weight: 56.11
• Vapor Pressure: 23 hPa (17mm Hg) at 20°C
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Chemical Name or Material: Potassium hydroxide

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	H302-H314-H335
Hazard Statement	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.
Precautionary Statement	P260-P264b-P270-P271-P280-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P310-P330-P331-P363-P501c
DOTInformation	DOT Class: 8; Packing Group: II
EINECSNumber	215-181-3
RTECSNumber	TT2100000
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Ambient temperatures

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only