Kaliumhydroxid (KOH)
| Product Name | Kaliumhydroxid (KOH) |
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| SKU | Kaliumhydroxid (KOH) |
| EC no | 215-181-3 |
| CAS no | 1310-58-3 |
| Formula | KOH |
| Synonyms | Caustic Potash, potassium hydroxide (KOH). POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, Caustic potash, Potash lye, Potassium hydrate, Potassium hydroxide (K(OH)), Hydroxyde de potassium, Potasse caustique, potassium;hydroxide, Kaliumhydroxid |
Potassium Hydroxide (KOH), also known as caustic potash or potash lye, is a strong base formed by the reaction between potassium and water. Here are some important points about KOH:
Chemical Structure:
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Formula: KOH
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Components: Potassium (K) and hydroxide ions (OH⁻).
Properties:
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Physical form: Potassium hydroxide (KOH) is typically a white, crystalline substance.
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Solubility: Potassium hydroxide (KOH) is highly soluble in water and forms an alkaline solution.
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Reactivity: It reacts strongly with acids and can also react with certain metals.
Applications:
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Industrial: Used in the production of soap, cleaning agents, and chemical compounds.
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Laboratories: Potassium hydroxide (KOH) is used as a reagent in chemical analyses and titrations.
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Cooking: Can be used for food processing, such as in olive treatment or licorice production.
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Batteries: Functions as an electrolyte in alkaline batteries.
Safety:
Potassium hydroxide (KOH) is caustic and can cause severe burns upon contact with skin or eyes. It is important to wear protective equipment when working with it.
Reactions:
When potassium hydroxide (KOH) is dissolved in water, it produces an alkaline solution that can significantly alter the pH value. It can neutralize acids and is therefore often used in chemical reactions to control pH levels.
Potassium hydroxide (KOH) can be supplied in bulk, IBCs, drums, and jerrycans.
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