POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION
KOH
COMMERCIAL INFORMATION

Potassium Hydroxide is a form of dear colorless solution.
Grades
Potassium Hydroxide solution is available in technical pure.
Specification
Grade | Technical |
Assay% ≧ | 48.0-50.0 |
Potassium carbonate(K2CO3)≦ | 0.5% |
Chloride(Cl)≦ | 0.005% |
Iron(Fe)≦ | 0.0005% |
Sulfate(SO4)≦ | 0.005% |
Nitrates(N)≦ | 0.0005% |
Sodium(Na)≦ | 0.8% |
Phosphate(PO4)≦ | 0.005% |
Silicate(SiO3)≦ | 0.01% |
Aluminum(Al)≦ | 0.002% |
Calcium(Ca)≦ | 0.005% |
Nickel(Ni)≦ | 0.0005% |
Heavy metal(as lead) | 0.002% |
Methods of analysis
Details of test methods can be supplied on request.
Packing
Potassium Hydroxide solution is supplied in IBC or ISO tank.
Storage and handling
Keep container dry. Do not ingest. Do not breath dust. Never add water to this product. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the label of the container. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as organic materials metals, acids, moisture.
First aid measures
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to flash air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Skin Contact: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes meanwhile removing contaminated clothing and shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.
Eye Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact,immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention immediately.
Fire hazard
Non-flammable.
Application
For manufacturing potassium carbonate, potassium phosphate, synthetic detergent, SBR and ABS resin, potassium compound, herbicide, photo chemicals, pesticide, battery, concrete compound, medicines, optical brightener, rosin sizing agent, etc.
PROPERTIES
Physical properties
Molecular mass 56.11
Flash point ℃ Non-flammable
Solubility in water: at 20℃ g/100ml 90.0
Solubility in water: at 100℃ g/100ml 132.0
Physiological properties
Poison! Danger! Corrosive! It can cause severe burns to skin, eyes, respiratory tract, and gastrointestinal tract. Material is extremely destructive to all body tissues. It may be fatal if swallowed. And harmful if inhaled.