Potassium hydroxide reagent grade, 90%, flakes 1310-58-3

Name: Potassium hydroxide reagent grade, 90%, flakes
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014033

About Potassium hydroxide reagent grade, 90%, flakes

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Potassium hydroxide reagent grade in Reagent grade, an alkali metal compound registered under CAS number 1310-58-3 with a typical assay of ≥90%. Its molecular formula is HKO and its molecular weight is 56.11 g/mol. Systematically, it is named potassium hydroxide. Common synonyms include Caustic potash and Potash lye.

In its supplied form it is white flakes. Reported physical data include a melting point of 361 °C. 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.

Key uses span chromatography and materials research. It is used across academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 1 kg and 10 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Chromatography
Materials research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Potassium hydroxide reagent grade, 90%, flakes
Catalogue No.	VQ-014033
CAS Number	1310-58-3
IUPAC name	potassium hydroxide
Molecular formula	HKO
Molecular weight	56.11 g/mol
Exact mass	55.9664
Grade	Reagent
Purity / assay	≥90%
HSN code	28152000
InChIKey	KWYUFKZDYYNOTN-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES	[OH-].[K+]
PubChem CID	14797

Physical properties
Physical form	Flakes
Appearance	White flakes
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 reagent grade, 90%, flakes?

The CAS Registry Number of Potassium hydroxide reagent grade, 90%, flakes 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 reagent grade, 90%, flakes?

Potassium hydroxide reagent grade, 90%, flakes 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 reagent grade, 90%, flakes can I order?

We supply Potassium hydroxide reagent grade, 90%, flakes in Reagent (≥90%) grade, in 1 kg, 10 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Potassium hydroxide reagent grade, 90%, flakes?

Yes. Every lot of Potassium hydroxide reagent grade, 90%, flakes 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 reagent grade, 90%, flakes be shipped internationally?

Yes. Potassium hydroxide reagent grade, 90%, flakes 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.