Potassium Hydroxide Flakes
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Product Code : SCL-LC-12277
Potassium Hydroxide Flakes (SKU SCL-LC-12277), also called caustic potash or KOH, are a strong inorganic alkali for supervised acid-base titration, neutralisation, pH adjustment and solution preparation. Chemistry teachers, laboratory technicians and college science departments keep it as a standard stockroom base. Science Lab Supplies supplies this reagent from Ambala, India, to schools, colleges, tender contractors and distributors buying chemistry lab equipment in India.
Specifications
The product is potassium hydroxide in flake form, a hygroscopic and corrosive alkali that must be kept tightly closed to limit moisture and carbon dioxide pick-up. Grade, assay, pack size and batch number are confirmed on the quotation and batch label, so the table lists the chemical identity only.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | SCL-LC-12277 |
| Also known as | Caustic potash |
| Formula | KOH |
| CAS number | 1310-58-3 |
| Molecular weight | 56.11 g/mol |
| Form | Flakes (confirm on the batch label) |
| Hazard | Corrosive; hygroscopic |
| Grade and pack size | Stated on the quotation |
| Supplied by | Science Lab Supplies, Ambala, India |
Applications and Experiments for Potassium Hydroxide Flakes
Teachers dissolve the flakes under a written procedure to make potassium hydroxide solutions for titrations, neutralisation demonstrations and lessons on hydroxide ions and alkalinity. Dissolving releases heat, so add the flakes slowly to water with stirring, never water onto bulk flakes, and keep the reagent away from acids, aluminium and zinc.
- Class 10 science: examples of a strong base and neutralisation, prepared by the teacher.
- Class 11–12 chemistry: acid-base titration with a standard alkali solution.
- B.Sc. practicals: alcoholic KOH for saponification-value work on oils and fats.
- Technician training: safe dissolution, labelling and storage of corrosive alkalis.
Standard Scope of Supply
Each order line is one pack of the flakes with a batch label, the Safety Data Sheet and transport documents. Shelf life depends on the chemical, its grade and storage conditions; ask us for the expiry date of the batch you are quoted. Grade and pack size are confirmed on the quotation.
Packing, MOQ and Lead Time
Quotes can cover one pack for a single laboratory or alkali stock for many schools, and every quotation from this laboratory chemicals supplier in India gives the packing, delivery time and price for the quantity requested. Indicators, acids or glassware can be added to the same enquiry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is potassium hydroxide the same as caustic potash?
Yes. Caustic potash is the common name for potassium hydroxide, KOH. This listing is the flake form; grade and physical form are shown on the batch label and quotation.
Is this alkali hazardous?
Yes. It is corrosive to skin, eyes and the respiratory tract and releases heat on dissolving. Use it only under trained supervision with gloves and eye protection, stored tightly closed away from acids and moisture.
Who supplies the Potassium Hydroxide Flakes?
Science Lab Supplies, based in Ambala, India, supplies this reagent with its Safety Data Sheet and batch label, and it can share one quotation with other laboratory chemicals.
Can students handle the flakes directly?
No. A teacher or technician should dispense and dissolve the flakes. Students then use the prepared, labelled dilute solution under supervision, following school safety rules.
Related Alkalis and Titration Reagents
These items from the same Lab Chemicals range sit on the base and titration shelf next to potassium hydroxide: other alkalis for comparison and an indicator for endpoint work, so a complete acid-base practical can be ordered on one enquiry.
- Sodium Hydroxide Flakes — strong alkali in flake form for neutralisation and titration.
- Calcium Hydroxide — alkaline reagent for limewater and carbon dioxide testing.
- Barium Hydroxide — alkaline barium reagent for strong-base and titration work.
- Phenolphthalein Solution Indicator — turns pink in alkaline conditions to mark endpoints.
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Last updated: 25 September 2026
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