CAS: 1310-58-3 EC Number: 215-181-3 KOH 56.11 g/mol

Potassium hydroxide is an inorganic salt mainly used as a precursor to synthesize other potassium compounds such as potassium acetate, potassium bicarbonate and potassium carbonate. On a commercial scale, it is synthesized by the electrolysis of potassium chloride. Synonyms: Caustic potash …