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Potassium Hydroxide
Chemical Product
Potassium Hydroxide
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White solid flakes or pellets |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Molecular Formula | KOH |
| Molecular Weight | 56.11 g/mol |
| Melting Point | 360 °C |
| Density | 2.12 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Highly soluble in water |
| pH (1% solution) | ~13.5 |
| Chemical Stability | Stable under normal conditions |
Potassium Hydroxide (KOH) is a white, highly caustic solid available in flake or pellet form. It is highly soluble in water, forming a strong alkaline solution. KOH is widely used in chemical manufacturing, soaps, fertilizers, and battery production due to its strong reactivity.
- Soap & Detergents: Used in the production of liquid soaps and soft soaps.
- Chemical Industry: A key raw material in various chemical processes.
- Fertilizer Manufacturing: Used as a potassium source in agriculture.
- Battery Industry: Found in alkaline battery electrolytes.
- Water Treatment: Used for pH control and neutralization.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Properties | Data |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White solid flakes or pellets |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Molecular Formula | KOH |
| Molecular Weight | 56.11 g/mol |
| Melting Point | 360 °C |
| Density | 2.12 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Highly soluble in water |
| pH (1% solution) | ~13.5 |
| Chemical Stability | Stable under normal conditions |