Potassium Hydroxide 25kg BIOLABOLATORIUM

Potassium Hydroxide (KOH) - pure

Technical information on chemical reagents:

• Chemical formula: KOH
• CAS number: 1310-58-3
• EC number: 215-181-3
• Synonyms: caustic potash, potassium lye
• Species: pure
• Purity: ≥ 90

Examples of professional applications in various industries:

• Chemical industry: Raw material for the production of potassium compounds (e.g., potassium carbonate, potassium permanganate, potassium phosphate).
• Agriculture: Ingredient in mineral fertilizers rich in potassium to promote growth and soil fertility.
• Cleaning industry: base for the production of detergents, cleaning agents, and soaps - causes saponification of fats and removal of dirt.
• Battery industry: used as an electrolyte in alkaline batteries.
• Mechanical industry: used in chemical synthesis, neutralization, and pH control processes.

Hazard warnings on the product label:

H302: Harmful if swallowed.
H312: Harmful in contact with skin.
H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H318: Causes serious eye damage.

Safety instructions on the product label:

P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor.
P302 + P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap.
P301 + P312: IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell.

Recommended storage conditions:

1. Store in a tightly closed container, protected from heat and light sources.
2. Store in a cool, dry place, away from flammable and organic substances.
3. Avoid contact with water and acidic substances.
4. Keep out of reach of children and unauthorized persons.

Physical and chemical parameters:

• Form: solid
• Appearance: white, hygroscopic flakes or granules.
• Molar mass: 56.11 g/mol
• Melting point: 360 °C
• Boiling point: 1320 °C
• Solubility in water: 121 g/100 ml (25 °C), highly exothermic
• Density: 2.04 g/cm³

Quality specification:

• Purity: ≥ 90%
• Meets quality requirements for technical and laboratory applications

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