This 10 kg Potassium Hydroxide is categorized under General Reagents and can be found within the Life Science > Histology/Microscopy > Reagents for Histology > General Reagents hierarchy. Its CAS Number is 1310-58-3. This substance has a Molecular Weight of 56.11 g/mol and belongs to the Hydroxide and Potassium compounds groups. In the workplace, it requires caution as it is a corrosive material, and safety measures such as wearing safety goggles and gloves are recommended. It may be harmful if swallowed, and it could potentially cause corrosion to metals. The exact molecular formula is HKO, with an exact mass of 55.96644614. The Boiling Point is greater than 266 °F at 760 mmHg, while the Melting Point is approximately 680 °F. The density ranges from

• CAS Number: 1310-58-3
• Molecular Formula: HKO
• Molecular Weight: 56.106
• Exact Mass: 55.96644614
• Boiling Point: greater than 266 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999)
• Melting Point: 680 °F approximately (NTP, 1992)
• Density: 1.45 to 1.50 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999)
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements:
• H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
• H290 (20.9%): May be corrosive to metals [Warning Corrosive to Metals]
• H301: Toxic if swallowed [Danger Acute toxicity, oral]