Description

Potassium Hydroxide is a powerful inorganic base essential for a wide range of industrial chemical processes. Its high reactivity and solubility make it a critical reagent for pH adjustment, catalysis, and synthesis. This compound is indispensable for manufacturers in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical sectors seeking a reliable and high-purity alkali source.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a strong base catalyst in organic reactions, including saponification, esterification, and the production of potassium salts.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and as a pH regulator in formulation processes.
• Agrochemical Production: A key raw material in the manufacture of fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides.
• Catalyst & Reagent: Employed in petroleum refining and other industrial catalytic processes requiring a strong alkaline environment.
• Laboratory Research: Serves as a standard titrant and reagent in analytical chemistry and research laboratories.
• Industrial Cleaning: Formulated into heavy-duty cleaners and degreasers for industrial equipment.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Hydroxide
CAS No.	71769-53-4
Molecular Formula	KOH
Molecular Weight	56.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Caustic Potash; Potassium Hydrate; Potash Lye; Lye; KOH; E525; Potassium Hydroxide Solution; Aqueous Potassium Hydroxide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Potassium Hydroxide is produced and tested under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive quality documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail purity, assay, and impurity profiles. The product can be manufactured to meet various industry standards, including technical, reagent, and high-purity grades, based on customer requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and carbon dioxide. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White pellets, flakes, or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (KOH)	≥ 85.0%
Carbonate (as K2CO3)	≤ 2.0%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.005%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Iron (Fe)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.