Unid is the largest producer of potassium carbonate and potassium hydroxide in the world. Potassium hydroxide, or caustic potash, is one of the strongest bases and has many applications in industry, with its most important use being neutralization. The molar mass of this compound is 56.1056 g/mol, and its density is 2.044 g/cm³. The melting and boiling points of this compound are 360 °C and 1327 °C, respectively. At 25 °C, it has a solubility of 121 g/100 mL in water. Overall, this compound is soluble in alcohol and glycerol but insoluble in ether and ammonia. It is non-flammable.

Due to the high reactivity of potassium hydroxide with water, it is also used as a drying agent in laboratories. Some of its other important applications include the production of chemical fertilizers and its use as an electrolyte in batteries. Like sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide has numerous applications, most of which leverage its alkaline properties and its ability to decompose many substances.

Potassium is also used in soap production and has applications in organic chemistry. It can be used to produce chemical fertilizers and other potassium-containing compounds.

Overall, the primary consumption of this compound is in agriculture, where potassium is one of the essential nutrients for both animals and plants. Potassium fertilizers are the third most consumed fertilizers after nitrogen and phosphorus. Fertilizers account for 95% of potassium usage, while less than 10% is used for chemical production.

This compound is available in packages or bags of 25 kg.