Glassware Cleaner

The following product can be made from common laboratory chemicals.

Alcoholic Sodium (Potassium) Hydroxide1

•  Dissolve 120 g of sodium (or potassium) hydroxide in 120 ml water. Allow to cool.
• Dilute to one liter with 95% ethyl alcohol. This solution acts as a general purpose cleaner.

REFERENCES 1. Gordon and Ford. 1972. The Chemists' Companion: A Handbook of Practical Data, Techniques and References, pp 428-429. John Wiley & Sons. Rev. 04/97