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Caustic Potash Lye Specification

  • EINECS No
  • 215-181-3
  • Properties
  • Caustic hygroscopic strongly alkaline and reactive with acids
  • Melting Point
  • 360 C (decomposes)
  • CAS No
  • 1310-58-3
  • Poisonous
  • YES
  • Appearance
  • Clear colorless liquid
  • Shelf Life
  • Indefinite under proper storage conditions
  • Application
  • Chemical manufacturing soap production pH regulation and as a cleaning agent
  • Molecular Formula
  • KOH
  • Purity
  • Typically 45-50% (for lye form)
  • Smell
  • Odorless
  • Taste
  • Bitter and soapy
  • Grade
  • Industrial grade
  • Ph Level
  • Highly alkaline (approximately 13-14 in aqueous solution)
  • Density
  • 2.044 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)
  • Usage
  • Industrial and chemical processes including the production of potassium carbonate and organic chemicals
  • HS Code
  • 281520
  • Ingredients
  • Potassium hydroxide (KOH) and water (in aqueous form)
  • Physical Form
  • Liquid (usually in aqueous solution)
  • Storage
  • Store in airtight containers in a cool dry and well-ventilated place away from acids and moisture
  • Solubility
  • Highly soluble in water
  • Shape
  • Liquid
  • Structural Formula
  • KOH
  • Molecular Weight
  • 56.11 g/mol
 
 

About Caustic Potash Lye



Caustic Potash Lye, also known as potassium hydroxide, is an industrial-grade liquid chemical utilized in various applications such as chemical manufacturing, soap production, pH regulation, and cleaning agent. With a highly alkaline pH level of approximately 13-14, Caustic Potash Lye appears as a clear and colorless liquid with a bitter and soapy taste. It is stored in airtight containers in a cool and dry place, away from acids and moisture. This caustic and reactive substance is widely used in industrial and chemical processes for producing potassium carbonate and organic chemicals due to its solubility in water and hygroscopic properties.

FAQs of Caustic Potash Lye:


Q: Is Caustic Potash Lye suitable for consumption or human contact?

A: No, Caustic Potash Lye is poisonous and should not be consumed or come in contact with the skin as it can cause severe burns.

Q: How should Caustic Potash Lye be stored?

A: It should be stored in airtight containers in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place away from acids and moisture.

Q: What is the shelf life of Caustic Potash Lye?

A: Under proper storage conditions, Caustic Potash Lye has an indefinite shelf life.

Q: What are the main applications of Caustic Potash Lye?

A: Caustic Potash Lye is used in chemical manufacturing, soap production, pH regulation, and as a cleaning agent.

Q: Is Caustic Potash Lye reactive with acids?

A: Yes, Caustic Potash Lye is strongly alkaline and reactive with acids.

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