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Potassium Hydroxide Pellets AR

RA000125 CAS 1310-58-3 AR

ReagentAtlas lists Potassium Hydroxide Pellets AR (CAS 1310-58-3), a laboratory reagent of AR grade. Pack sizes: 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg, 50 kg. Submit your requirement to request a quotation.

Identity

Product code
RA000125
CAS number
1310-58-3
Grade
AR
Purity
85%
Molecular formula
KOH
Molecular weight
56.11

Synonyms: Caustic potash

Classification

Categories
Bases primary

Technical Data

Physical state
Solid
Shelf life
60 Months
HS code
2815.2000

Properties

PropertyValue
Physical state at 20 °C Solid
pH value 13.5
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] 361 °C
Boiling point [°C] 1320°C
Density [g/cm3] 2.04
Solubility in water [% weight] Soluble in water

These are recorded catalogue property values. Product specification limits, where available, are listed under Specifications.

Specifications

ParameterSpecification
Appearance White deliquescent pellets
Assay (as KOH) 85.0- 100.5%
Identification Passes test
Appearance of solution Passes test
Carbonate (as K2CO3) Max 1.0%
Chloride (Cl) Max 0.01%
Phosphate (PO4) Max 0.0005%
Sulphate (SO4) Max 0.003%
Heavy metal (as Pb) Max 0.001%
Iron (Fe) Max 0.001%
Total nitrogen (N) Max 0.001%
Calcium (Ca) Max 0.005%
Nickel (Ni) Max 0.001%
Sodium (Na) Max 0.5%

4 grades of this substance are listed. Each grade is a separate product with its own specifications, pack sizes and documents.

Packaging

Pack size SKU
500 g RA000125-500G
5 kg RA000125-5KG
25 kg RA000125-25KG
50 kg RA000125-50KG