Product Name:
Potassium Hydroxide (KOH)
(Caustic Potash)

Chemical Formula:
KOH

CAS Number:
1310-58-3

EINECS Number:
215-181-3

Molecular Weight:
56.11 g/mol

Appearance:
White flakes

Product Introduction:
Potassium Hydroxide, also known as caustic potash, is a strong inorganic base commonly supplied as white flakes. It is highly soluble in water and ethanol, with strong exothermic dissolution, and readily absorbs moisture and carbon dioxide from the air. KOH is widely used as an analytical reagent and in various industries such as soap making, papermaking, textiles, dyeing, pharmaceuticals, electroplating, food coloring, and organic synthesis.

Key Features:

  • Strong alkalinity and reactivity
  • High solubility and exothermic dissolution
  • Excellent hygroscopic and CO₂-absorbing properties
  • Stable, high-purity product

Applications:

  • Chemical Industry: Soap manufacturing, organic synthesis, electroplating
  • Papermaking & Textiles: Pulping, dyeing, and printing
  • Pharmaceuticals: API and excipient production
  • Food Industry: Food coloring, antioxidant, pH regulator
  • Other Uses: Analytical reagent, detergent, laboratory applications

Product Purity & Quality Grade:

  • Purity: 90% / 95% / 99%
  • Grades Available:
    • Industrial Grade
    • Food Grade
    • Analytical Reagent Grade

Packaging:

  • 25 kg bags, 25 kg drums, or jumbo bags
  • Packaging must be sealed and kept dry
  • Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area; avoid contact with acids, flammables, and moisture

Contact Information:
Sales Team: SHANDONG SUMCHEMICALS CO., LTD.
Sales Director: Bill Zhang
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Website: www.sumchemicals.com