Product Description

ProductCaustic Potash
CAS1310-58-3
FormulaKOH
SynonymPotassium Hydroxide, Potassium hydroxide (K(OH)), Potassium hydroxide

Typical Product Specifications

Density2.044
Slightly Solublein ether
Melting Point405 c
Molecular weight56.11
Solubilitywater, alcohol, glycerol
Boiling Point1320 c
Notes

pH Adjusting Agent; Base; Used to increase pH in water-based drilling muds

Source of potassium in drilling muds

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Use: BUFFERING

ClassReagent Grade Chemicals, Drilling and Completion Fluids, Drilling Fluid Additives, pH Adjusters
FunctionDrilling Fluid Additives, Drilling Fluid Base, pH Adjusting Agent
IndustryIndustrial, Industrial Drilling, Oil and Gas Production, Research & Development, Drilling Fluid, Fracking, Hydraulic Fracturing
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