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Potassium Hydroxide, also known as lye, is a strong base having the chemical formula KOH. It is also termed as Caustic Potash, Potash Lye, and Potash Hydrate. It is available in pellets, flakes, and powders. It has a wide range of applications in chemical, industrial, and manufacturing processes. It is also employed in making a variety of potassium compounds. Because of its exceptional purity, Lab Alley’ Potassium Hydroxide Pellet, ACS Grade fully complies with the standards set by the American Chemical Society (ACS). The ACS Grade is typically equal to the reagent grade and is suitable for analytical and research applications to obtain reliable, repetitive, and consistent results. Additionally, ACS Grade chemicals can be used in food and medicines. Lab Alley is selling its premium quality Potassium Hydroxide Pellet, ACS Grades in the USA.
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- Food additive
- Formulation aid
- PH adjuster in cosmetics
- Hair straighteners
- Depilatories
- Leave-on skin care formulations
- Cleaning agent
- Stabilizer
- Thickener and poultry scald agent
- Soap and detergent manufacturing
- Printing inks
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Product Information
| CAS | 1310-58-3 |
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| Assay | Min 85% |
| PubChem ID | 14797 |
| Grade | ACS/FCC/NF Grade |
| Color | Light yellow |
| Physical form | Solid |
| Appearance | Light yellow |
| Odor | Odorless |
| pH | 13.5 (0.1 M) |
| Melting point | 360 °C / 680 °F |
| Boiling Point | 1320 °C / 2408 °F |
| Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Molecular formula | KOH |
| Molecular weight | 56.11 |
| Autoship Available | Yes |
| Calcium (Ca) | Max 0.005% |
| Chloride (Cl) | Max 0.01% |
| Heavy metals | Max 0.001% |
| Iron (Fe) | Max 0.001% |
| Magnesium (Mg) | Max 0.002% |
| Nitrogen Compounds | Max 0.001% |
| Phosphate (PO4) | Max 5 ppm |
| Sodium (Na) | Max 0.05% |
| Sulfate (SO4) | Max 0.003% |
