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Potassium Hydroxide (Caustic Potash) 45%
Liquid Chemicals / Amendments

Potassium Hydroxide (Caustic Potash) 45%

Item 10371D03

Potassium hydroxide (caustic potash), 45% solution.

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Specifications

Identifiers:

  • Synonyms: Caustic potash, Lye, Potash lye, Potassia, Potassium hydrate, KOH
  • CAS Number: 1310-58-3
  • Molecular Formula: KOH
  • Molecular Weight: 60.096 g/mol

Physical and Chemical Properties:

  • Appearance:  Clear, colorless liquid
  • Physical State:  Liquid
  • Density:  2.12 g/cm³
  • Boiling Point:  2,421°F (1,327°C)
  • Soluble in: Water, Alcohol, Glycerol

Transportation:

Proper Shipping Name: Potassium hydroxide, solution
Class: Class 8 - Corrosive material 49 CFR 173.136
UN Number: UN1814
PG: II - Medium Danger
Hazard labels (DOT): 8 - Corrosive

Packaging

Packaging:

55 Gallon Poly Drum (25 × 25 × 36 in)
Fill:  669