Caustic potash, also known as potassium hydroxide or potash lye, is an alkaline compound with the formula KOH. It is white in colour, highly reactive, corrosive, non-volatile and non-flammable at room temperature. In addition, caustic potash is soluble in glycerol, alcohol and ether, and insoluble in aqueous ammonia. Due to its versatile nature, caustic potash finds application in the production of a variety of products ranging from food additives to soaps and detergents, and agrochemicals ... Read more