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Potassium pivalate

SKU 90037634 CAS 19455-23-3 C5H9KO2 MW 140.22 Available on enquiry

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Potassium pivalate is a potassium salt of pivalic acid, used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in esterification and as a base in catalytic reactions. It is a white crystalline powder with high solubility in water and polar organic solvents. CAS: 19455-23-3. Molekula supplies Potassium pivalate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 90037634
CAS Number: 19455-23-3
IUPAC Name: potassium 2,2-dimethylpropanoate
EC Number: 842-247-4
Molecular Formula: C5H9KO2
Molecular Weight: 140.22
Exact Mass: 140.024
SMILES: CC(C)(C)C(=O)[O-].[K+]
InChIKey: WFMNHCSATCWAAQ-UHFFFAOYSA-M
InChI: InChI=1S/C5H10O2.K/c1-5(2,3)4(6)7;/h1-3H3,(H,6,7);/q;+1/p-1
PubChem CID: 23662159

Synonyms

2,2-dimethylpropanoic acid potassium salt
2,2-Dimethylpropionic Acid Potassium Salt
Pivalic acid potassium salt
Potassium 2,2-Dimethylpropionate
Potassium pivalate; potassium 2,2-dimethylpropionate;
Potassium tert-butylcarboxylate
potassium trimethylacetate
potassium;2,2-dimethylpropanoate
Propanoic acid, 2,2-dimethyl-, potassium salt (1:1)
Trimethylacetic Acid Potassium Salt

Frequently asked questions

What is potassium pivalate used for?

Potassium pivalate is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in the formation of esters and as a base in various reactions.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of potassium pivalate?

The chemical formula is C5H9KO2, and the molecular weight is 140.22 g/mol.

How should potassium pivalate be stored?

Store in a cool, dry place, protected from moisture and air; keep container tightly closed.

What grade of potassium pivalate is available?

Molekula offers potassium pivalate in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.

Can Molekula supply potassium pivalate in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply potassium pivalate in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with a purchase of potassium pivalate?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.