Rubidium hydroxide

Rubidium hydroxide is the inorganic compound with the formula RbOH.

It consists of rubidium cations and an equal number of hydroxide anions.

It is a colorless solid that is commercially available as aqueous solutions from a few suppliers.

Like other strong bases, rubidium hydroxide is highly caustic.

Metal oxide catalysts are sometimes modified with rubidium hydroxide.

NFPA 704 four-colored diamond Health 3: Short exposure could cause serious temporary or residual injury. E.g. chlorine gas Flammability 0: Will not burn. E.g. water Instability 1: Normally stable, but can become unstable at elevated temperatures and pressures. E.g. calcium Special hazard ALK: Alkaline