• Form: White flakes – easy to weigh
• Purity: 90% Potassium Hydroxide (KOH)
• CAS Number: 1310-58-3
• Appearance: Flaky solid
• Classification: Dangerous Goods Class 8 (corrosive)
• Availability: Pickup only – Springvale South warehouse, VIC 3172
• Storage: Cool, dry, sealed container away from moisture/acids

• Liquid Soap Excellence: Produces soft, pumpable soaps with creamy texture.
• Superior Cleansing: Strong alkaline for effective grease-cutting in detergents.
• Versatile Performance: Ideal for body washes, shampoos, and household cleaners.
• Professional Results: Consistent purity for reliable saponification.
• Eco-Compatible: Biodegradable when neutralised in finished products.
• Long-Lasting: Creates stable, high-performance formulations.

• Mandatory PPE: Gloves, goggles, long sleeves, mask – work in well-ventilated area.
• Mixing: Always add KOH slowly to cold water (never water to KOH) – outdoors preferred.
• Skin/Eye Contact: Severe burns – rinse 15+ minutes with water; seek immediate medical help.
• Inhalation/Ingestion: Dangerous – move to fresh air; do not induce vomiting; seek urgent medical attention.
• Storage: Sealed, child-proof, cool/dry place away from acids, metals, moisture.
• Spills: Neutralise with vinegar; clean thoroughly.
• Children/Pets: Keep completely out of reach.

Is KOH suitable for liquid soap making?
Yes – produces soft, creamy liquid soaps vs. hard bars from NaOH.

Why pickup only?
Classified Dangerous Goods (Class 8 corrosive) – no courier shipping; collect from Springvale South, VIC.

How to use safely in formulations?
Wear full PPE; add flakes slowly to cold water; ventilate area.

What's the difference from sodium hydroxide?
KOH for liquid/soft soaps; NaOH for hard bars – both caustic.

Can it be used for cleaners or detergents?
Yes – powerful alkaline for grease-cutting and stain removal.

How much for a typical liquid soap batch?
Calculate via lye calculator – approximately 18-20% KOH of oils for liquid soap.

Safe storage tips?
Sealed container, cool/dry/child-proof location.

Is it food-grade?
Technical grade for soap/cleaning – not for consumption.