CAS number
1310-58-3
Industry
Cleaning and Detergents
Typical form
Flakes or liquid
Also known as: KOH, caustic potash.
Typical grades: 90%, 48% solution; industrial and food grades.
About Potassium Hydroxide
Potassium Hydroxide (caustic potash) is a strong base supplied as flakes or solution. It is more soluble than caustic soda and gives softer soaps.
Uses and applications
Soap and detergent
Used to make soft and liquid soaps and as an alkali in cleaning products.
Chemical processing
Used to make potassium salts and in batteries, and as a pH adjuster in processing.
Food and agriculture
Food grade is used as a pH regulator and processing aid; also used in some fertiliser production.
Regulatory note and documentation
Regulatory status, permitted use levels and registration requirements vary by country and application. Please confirm requirements for your own product and market before use.
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