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Potassium tert-butoxide
Potassium tert-butoxide is a strong organic base used in deprotonation reactions and as a catalyst in organic synthesis. It is available in powder or solid form, typically stored at ambient temperature. CAS: 865-47-4, Molecular formula: KOC(CH3)3, Molecular weight: 112.21 g/mol. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Potassium tert-butoxide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Potassium tert-butoxide is a strong organic base used in deprotonation reactions and as a catalyst in organic synthesis. It is available in powder or solid form, typically stored at ambient temperature. CAS: 865-47-4, Molecular formula: KOC(CH3)3, Molecular weight: 112.21 g/mol. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Potassium tert-butoxide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to almost white powder |
| Content | ≥98% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 4.2 (8) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 865-47-4 |
| Molecular Formula | KOC(CH3)3 |
| Molecular Weight | 112.21 |
| SMILES | CC(C)(C)[O-].[K+] |
| EC / UN Number | 3206 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| Tariff Code | 29051900 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
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Oxidizing
GHS03
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
Hazard statements
- EUH014 Reacts violently with water
- H228 Flammable solid
- H252 Self-heating in large quantities; may catch fire
- H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is potassium tert-butoxide used for?
It is commonly used as a strong base in organic synthesis, particularly in elimination reactions and the formation of enolates.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of potassium tert-butoxide?
The formula is KOC(CH3)3 and the molecular weight is 112.21 g/mol.
How should potassium tert-butoxide be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and air.
What grade of potassium tert-butoxide does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies potassium tert-butoxide in reagent grade.
Can Molekula supply potassium tert-butoxide in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply potassium tert-butoxide in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a purchase of potassium tert-butoxide?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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