Potassium hydroxide, pellets, GR 85%+

Name: Potassium hydroxide, pellets, GR 85%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014036

About Potassium hydroxide, pellets, GR 85%+

Listed under CAS 1310-58-3, Potassium hydroxide, pellets is an alkali metal compound available from Vaqora Chemicals (AR grade) with a typical assay of ≥85%. The compound has the formula HKO, corresponding to a molecular weight of 56.11 g/mol. The IUPAC name is potassium hydroxide. Common synonyms include Caustic potash and Potash lye.

In its supplied form it is white pellets. Key physical data: a melting point of 361 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for fuels and lubricants and solvent and extraction work. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research.

Available in 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, Potassium hydroxide, pellets is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Fuels & lubricants
Solvent & extraction work

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Potassium hydroxide, pellets, GR 85%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-014036
CAS Number	1310-58-3
IUPAC name	potassium hydroxide
Molecular formula	HKO
Molecular weight	56.11 g/mol
Exact mass	55.9664
Grade	AR
Purity / assay	≥85%
HSN code	28152000
InChIKey	KWYUFKZDYYNOTN-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES	[OH-].[K+]
PubChem CID	14797

Physical properties
Physical form	Pellets
Appearance	White pellets
Melting point	361 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	1 Å²
UN number	UN 1813
Synonyms	Caustic potash, Potash lye, Potassium hydrate, Hydroxyde de potassium, Potasse caustique, Caustic-potash, Kali causticum, Cyantek CC 723, Potassium hydroxide (K(OH)), Potassio (idrossido di), Potassium (hydroxyde de), INS NO.525

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P330, P363, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Potassium hydroxide, pellets, GR 85%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Potassium hydroxide, pellets, GR 85%+ is 1310-58-3. It is also known as Caustic potash, Potash lye, Potassium hydrate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Potassium hydroxide, pellets, GR 85%+?

Potassium hydroxide, pellets, GR 85%+ has the molecular formula HKO and a molecular weight of 56.11 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is potassium hydroxide.

Which grade and pack sizes of Potassium hydroxide, pellets, GR 85%+ can I order?

We supply Potassium hydroxide, pellets, GR 85%+ in AR (≥85%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Potassium hydroxide, pellets, GR 85%+?

Yes. Every lot of Potassium hydroxide, pellets, GR 85%+ is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Potassium hydroxide, pellets, GR 85%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Potassium hydroxide, pellets, GR 85%+ is classified as hazardous (UN 1813), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.