POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE 40% W/W SOLUTION FOR ANALYSIS
| Product Code | B-02119 | Grade | FOR ANALYSIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purity | 96 % | Brand | Bio-Chem |
| Molecular Formula | KOH | CAS No. | 1310-58-3 |
| Molecular Weight | 56.11 | H.S.Code | 3822.00900 |
| Shelf Life | 60 Months |
Physical Properties
| Physical state at 20 °C | Liquid | Colour | Clear colorless |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vapour pressure [20°C] | 17.535 mm of Hg (@ 20°C) | Boiling point [°C] | 100 °C |
| pH Value | Alkaline | Density [g/cm3] | 1.3 |
| Vapour pressure mm/Hg | 17.535 mm of Hg (@ 20°C) | Solubility in water [% weight] | Soluble in water |
| Vapour density | 0.62 |
Packaging
Specification
| Appearance | A clear colourless solution |
| Assay (acidimetric, KOH) | 39 – 41% (w/w) |
| Carbonate (as K2CO3) | Max 1% |
| Chloride (Cl) | Max 0.002% |
| Sulphate (SO4) | Max 0.0005% |
| Phosphate (PO4) | Max 0.0005% |
| Silicate (SiO2) | Max 0.005% |
| Total nitrogen (N) | Max 0.0003% |
| Heavy metal (as Pb) | Max 0.0005% |
| Iron (Fe) | Max 0.001% |
| Arsenic (As) | Max 0.0001% |
| Magnesium (Mg) | Max 0.005% |
| Copper (Cu) | Max 0.001% |
| Calcium (Ca) | Max 0.001% |
| Nickel (Ni) | Max 0.0005% |
| Sodium (Na) | Max 0.5% |
Safety Information and Hazard Symbols

Symbol: GHS02,GHS05, GHS07
Signal Word: Danger
UN No.: 1814
IMCO Class No.: 8
Packing Group: II
Hazardous Statement: H302-H314
Precaution Statement: P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P310
