Potassium hydroxide, 50% w/v aq. soln., Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Product Code	Brand	Quantity
11415040	Thermo Scientific Alfa Aesar 035621.AP	500 mL
11363737	Thermo Scientific Alfa Aesar 035621.K2	1 L
11353737	Thermo Scientific Alfa Aesar 035621.K7	4 L

Description

Potassium hydroxide acts as the precursor for most of the soft and liquid soaps, and for numerous potassium-containing chemicals. It is widely used in the manufacture of detergents, fertilizer, rayon, paper, dyestuffs, various drugs, drug intermediates, fine chemicals, and petroleum products. In the field of organic chemistry, potassium hydroxide acts as a base, and is used in the synthesis of several organic compounds. Further it finds application as an electrolyte in alkaline batteries, which are based on nickel-cadmium, nickel-hydrogen and manganese dioxide-zinc.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 1310-58-3
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 56.11
• InChI Key: KWYUFKZDYYNOTN-UHFFFAOYSA-M
• PubChem CID: 14797
• IUPAC Name: potassium hydroxide

• Molecular Formula: HKO
• MDL Number: MFCD00003553
• Synonym: potassium hydroxide, caustic potash, potash lye, potassium hydrate, hydroxyde de potassium, potassa, potasse caustique, potassium hydroxide k oh, potassium hydroxide solution, caswell no. 693
• ChEBI: CHEBI:32035
• SMILES: [OH-].[K+]

Specifications

• Color: Colorless
• Molecular Formula: HKO
• Density: 1.5
• Solubility Information: Miscible with water and ethanol.
• SMILES: [OH-].[K+]
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 56.11
• ChEBI: CHEBI:32035
• Vapor Pressure: 23 hPa (17mm Hg) at 20°C
• Chemical Name or Material: Potassium hydroxide

• CAS: 1310-58-3
• MDL Number: MFCD00003553
• Synonym: potassium hydroxide, caustic potash, potash lye, potassium hydrate, hydroxyde de potassium, potassa, potasse caustique, potassium hydroxide k oh, potassium hydroxide solution, caswell no. 693
• InChI Key: KWYUFKZDYYNOTN-UHFFFAOYSA-M
• IUPAC Name: potassium hydroxide
• PubChem CID: 14797
• Formula Weight: 56.11
• Physical Form: Liquid

Safety and Handling

Keep container in a well ventilated place. Keep away from combustible material. When using do not eat or drink. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). This material and/or its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.

P260-P264b-P270-P271-P280-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P310-P330-P331-P363-P501c

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Recommended Storage : Ambient temperatures

Product Identifier

• Potassium hydroxide, 50% w/v aqueous solution

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Acute toxicity Category 4
• Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
• Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 A

Hazard Statement

• H302-Harmful if swallowed.
• H314-Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
• H318-Causes serious eye damage.

Precautionary Statement

• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
• P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
• P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
• P310-Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Potassium hydroxide

RUO – Research Use Only