Potassium Hydroxide Flakes
Potassium Hydroxide Flakes, are white, crystalline solids with strong alkaline properties. They are highly hygroscopic, absorbing moisture and carbon dioxide from the air. Potassium hydroxide (KOH) is highly soluble in water, releasing heat and forming a strongly alkaline solution. It is also soluble in ethanol and reacts with acids to form potassium salts.
- Molecular Formula : KOH
- UN Number :1813
- CAS Number : 1310-58-3
- Hazardous Class: 8
- Grade : Tech Grade
- HS Code :2815200000
What is Potassium Hydroxide Flakes ?
Potassium Hydroxide Flakes, also known as caustic potash, are a high-purity, white, crystalline form of potassium hydroxide (KOH) that is highly soluble in water, generating significant heat upon dissolution. These flakes are essential in various industrial applications, including chemical manufacturing for producing potassium compounds, the soap and detergent industry for liquid soaps and detergents, and as an electrolyte in alkaline batteries. Additionally, they are used in agriculture for fertilizer formulations, pharmaceuticals for pH regulation, and food processing as a pH control agent and thickening agent. Their high reactivity and alkaline properties make them a crucial component across these sectors.
Technical Parameters
| Item | Specifications | Test Results | Unit |
| Assay(KOH) | 85.0-100.5 Min | 90.1 | w% |
| K2CO3 | 2.0 Max | 0.3 | w% |
| KCl | 0.015 Max | 0.007 | w% |
| Na | 0.45 Max | 0.4 | % |
| Fe | 0.0003 | 0.0001 | w% |
| As | 3 Max | N.D. | mg/kg |
| Hg | 0.1 Max | N.D. | mg/kg |
| Pb | 5 Max | N.D. | mg/kg |
| Heavy metal(as Pb) | 10 Max | ＜5 | mg/kg |
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To ensure your safety while using Potassium Hydroxide Flakes, please be sure to download and carefully read the accompanying Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
This document provides detailed safety guidelines, including how to handle potential hazards, accident response, and proper storage methods. It will help you understand and safely use Potassium Hydroxide Flakes, ensuring personal safety and environmental protection.
Packing Specification
- 25kg bags
- 500kg bag
- 1000KG Super Sacks
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Standard Loading Details
Packaging: 25 KG PP Bag
- Quantity without pallets: 25mt/1000bags,1*20 feet container
- Quantity with pallets: 22.5mt/900bags,1* 20feet contaienr
Packaging: 1000kg pp bag
- Quantity without pallets: 20mt/20bags,1*20 feet container
- Quantity with pallets: 20mt/20bags,1*20 feet container
FAQ
What is the Purity of Potassium Hydroxide Flakes?
Our Potassium Hydroxide Flakes have a purity of at least 90% potassium hydroxide (KOH), ensuring high effectiveness and reliability for various industrial applications such as chemical manufacturing, soap and detergent production, water treatment, and pharmaceutical processing.
What are the common uses of Potassium Hydroxide Flakes?
- Chemical Manufacturing: Potassium Hydroxide Flakes are used to produce various potassium compounds.
- Soap and Detergent Industry: They are key ingredients in the manufacture of liquid soaps and detergents.
- Batteries: Used as an electrolyte in alkaline batteries.
- Agriculture: Used in formulating fertilizers and adjusting soil pH.
- Pharmaceuticals: Employed as a pH regulator in medicine production.
- Food Processing: Utilized for pH control and as a thickening agent.
How should Potassium Hydroxide Flakes be handled safely?
Handling Safety: When handling Potassium Hydroxide Flakes, it is crucial to use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves, goggles, and protective clothing to prevent skin and eye contact. Adequate ventilation is necessary to avoid inhalation of fumes.