Potassium hydroxide powder, USP ≥85.00%

Name: Potassium hydroxide powder, USP ≥85.00%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-046767

About Potassium hydroxide powder, USP ≥85.00%

Potassium hydroxide powder (CAS 1310-58-3) is an alkali metal compound offered by Vaqora Chemicals (USP grade), specified at ≥85.00% purity. The compound has the formula HKO, corresponding to a molecular weight of 56.11 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is potassium hydroxide. Common synonyms include Caustic potash and Potash lye.

It is supplied as a powder. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 2 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for cell and microbial culture and molecular biology workflows. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research.

We offer Potassium hydroxide powder in 500 g, 1 kg and 5 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Cell & microbial culture
Molecular biology workflows

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Potassium hydroxide powder, USP ≥85.00%
Catalogue No.	VQ-046767
CAS Number	1310-58-3
IUPAC name	potassium hydroxide
Molecular formula	HKO
Molecular weight	56.11 g/mol
Exact mass	55.9664
Grade	USP
Purity / assay	≥85.00%
HSN code	28152000
InChIKey	KWYUFKZDYYNOTN-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES	[OH-].[K+]
PubChem CID	14797

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	1 Å²
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 powder, USP ≥85.00%?

The CAS Registry Number of Potassium hydroxide powder, USP ≥85.00% 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 powder, USP ≥85.00%?

Potassium hydroxide powder, USP ≥85.00% 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 powder, USP ≥85.00% can I order?

We supply Potassium hydroxide powder, USP ≥85.00% in USP (≥85.00%) grade, in 500 g, 1 kg, 5 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Potassium hydroxide powder, USP ≥85.00%?

Yes. Every lot of Potassium hydroxide powder, USP ≥85.00% 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 powder, USP ≥85.00% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Potassium hydroxide powder, USP ≥85.00% is classified as hazardous, 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.