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Sodium tert-pentoxide

SKU 90029493 CAS 14593-46-5 C5H11NaO MW 110.13 Available on enquiry

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Sodium tert-pentoxide (CAS 14593-46-5) is a strong base and sodium alkoxide used primarily in organic synthesis, including alkylation reactions and as a reagent in deprotonation processes. It appears as a hygroscopic solid that reacts violently with water. Catalogue details: molecular formula C5H11NaO, molecular weight 110.13, stored at ambient conditions, signal word Danger. Molekula supplies sodium tert-pentoxide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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Overview

SKU: 90029493
CAS Number: 14593-46-5
IUPAC Name: sodium 2-methylbutan-2-olate
EC Number: 238-639-4
Molecular Formula: C5H11NaO
Molecular Weight: 110.13
Exact Mass: 110.0708
SMILES: CCC(C)(C)[O-].[Na+]
InChIKey: CGRKYEALWSRNJS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C5H11O.Na/c1-4-5(2,3)6;/h4H2,1-3H3;/q-1;+1
PubChem CID: 2733478

Synonyms

2-Butanol, 2-methyl-, sodium salt
C5H11NaO
Sodium 2-Methyl-2-butoxide
Sodium 2-methylbutan-2-olate
sodium t-amylate
Sodium t-amyloxide
Sodium tert-amoxide
Sodium tert-Amylate
Sodium tert-Pentylate
tert-Amyl alcohol sodium salt

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Frequently asked questions

What is sodium tert-pentoxide (C5H11NaO) commonly used for?

Sodium tert-pentoxide is primarily used as a strong, bulky, weakly nucleophilic base in organic synthesis. It is used for deprotonations, elimination and condensation reactions, and as the base in coupling and alkylation reactions, for example in palladium-catalysed Buchwald-Hartwig aminations and in the condensation route to diketopyrrolopyrrole (DPP) pigments.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of sodium tert-pentoxide?

The molecular formula is C5H11NaO, and the molecular weight is 110.13 g/mol.

How should sodium tert-pentoxide be stored?

Store under ambient conditions in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture and oxidizing agents.

What purity grades of sodium tert-pentoxide does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies sodium tert-pentoxide in technical grade purity, suitable for industrial and research applications.

Can Molekula supply sodium tert-pentoxide in bulk quantities?

Yes, Molekula can provide sodium tert-pentoxide in bulk, with quantities tailored to your specific requirements.

What documentation is provided with an order of sodium tert-pentoxide?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.

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