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Potassium hydroxide pellets 85% Ph. Eur, BP, USP, NF, FCC
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.
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
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Explosive
GHS01
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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
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
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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