CAUSTIC POTASH, also known as POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE (KOH), is a basic industrial alkali used in a variety of industrial processes. Its advantage over Caustic Soda (NaOH) in the oil well drilling industry is that it also provides a source of K+ ions while at the same time giving pH control.
• Is a strong alkali and produces a strong basic solution.
• Used to increase pH and alkalinity of drilling, workover and completion fluids.
• Provides a source of K+ ion.
as required for pH
Appearance: White Flakes; odourless
Specific Gravity: 2.044 @ 20°C
Solubility: Soluble in water
pH: 12.0