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Potassium hydroxide pellets 85% Ph. Eur, BP, USP, NF, FCC

CAS 1310-58-3 KOH MW 56.11 In stock

Potassium hydroxide pellets 85% are a strong alkaline chemical used in pharmaceuticals, food processing, and industrial cleaning. Certified to Ph. Eur, BP, USP, NF, and FCC standards, they ensure high purity and compliance. Available in 1 kg and 5 kg packaging, with a molecular weight of 56.11 g/mol and CAS number 1310-58-3. Store at ambient temperature. Molekula supplies Potassium hydroxide pellets 85% Ph. Eur, BP, USP, NF, FCC from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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Overview

Potassium hydroxide pellets 85% are a strong alkaline chemical used in pharmaceuticals, food processing, and industrial cleaning. Certified to Ph. Eur, BP, USP, NF, and FCC standards, they ensure high purity and compliance. Available in 1 kg and 5 kg packaging, with a molecular weight of 56.11 g/mol and CAS number 1310-58-3. Store at ambient temperature. Molekula supplies Potassium hydroxide pellets 85% Ph. Eur, BP, USP, NF, FCC from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

Specifications

Property Value
Appearance Pellets
Fluoride (F) ≤ 2mg/kg
Sulfate (SO4) ≤ 5mg/kg
Chloride (Cl) ≤ 50mg/kg
Heavy Metals (Pb) ≤ 2mg/kg
Cadmium as Cd ≤ 0.1mg/kg
Iron (Fe) ≤ 5mg/kg
Lead (Pb) ≤ 0.1mg/kg
Mercury (Hg) ≤ 2μg/kg
Arsenic (As) ≤ 0.1mg/kg
Calcium (Ca) ≤ 5mg/kg
Copper (Cu) ≤ 0.1mg/kg
Magnesium (Mg) ≤ 1mg/kg
Nickel (Ni) ≤ 10mg/kg
Strontium (Sr) ≤ 1mg/kg
Aluminum (Al) ≤ 1mg/kg
Molybdenum (Mo) ≤ 0.2mg/kg
Manganese (Mn) ≤ 1mg/kg
Cobalt (Co) ≤ 0.2mg/kg
Bismuth (Bi) ≤ 0.05mg/kg
Antimony (Sb) ≤ 0.05mg/kg
Phosphate (PO4) ≤ 5mg/kg
Total nitrogen (N) ≤ 5mg/kg
Alkalinity as Potassium hydroxide (KOH) ≥ 85.00%
Sodium as sodium hydroxide (NaOH) ≤ 1.00%
Carbonate as potassium carbonate (K2CO3) ≤ 0.5%
Silica (SiO2) ≤ 2mg/kg

Storage & handling

Property Value
Storage Temperature Ambient
Transport Class 8
Packing Group II
Shelf Life 24 months
Acidity Base

Identification

Property Value
CAS Number 1310-58-3
Molecular Formula KOH
Molecular Weight 56.11
SMILES [K]O
EC / UN Number 1813
REACH Code Y110
TSCA Listed Yes
HTS Code 28152000
Tariff Code 2815200000

Safety & GHS

Danger
  • GHS pictogram — Explosive Explosive GHS01
  • GHS pictogram — Compressed Gas Compressed Gas GHS04

Hazard statements

  • H290 May be corrosive to metals
  • H302 Harmful if swallowed
  • H314 (sub cat. 1A) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H318 Causes serious eye damage

Precautionary statements

  • P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
  • P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
  • P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
  • P301+330 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
  • P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
  • P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing

For research and industrial use only

Not for use in food, drugs, household, or in or on humans or animals. Consult the Safety Data Sheet before handling.

Documents

Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch

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Pricing & pack sizes

Pack sizes & pricing

Pricing on request — packs available from research to bulk quantities.

Prices exclude VAT/sales tax and shipping. Bulk and custom pack sizes available on request.

Synonyms

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Frequently asked questions

What is potassium hydroxide pellets 85% used for?

It is used in the production of soaps, detergents, and industrial chemicals, as well as in food processing and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of potassium hydroxide pellets?

The formula is KOH and the molecular weight is 56.11 g/mol.

How should potassium hydroxide pellets be stored?

Store at ambient temperature in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from moisture and incompatible materials.

What grades of potassium hydroxide pellets are available?

Available in Ph. Eur, BP, USP, NF, and FCC grades, suitable for pharmaceutical, food, and industrial applications.

Can Molekula supply potassium hydroxide pellets in bulk?

Yes, Molekula offers bulk supply options—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with a purchase of potassium hydroxide pellets?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.

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