POTASSIUM tert-BUTOXIDE 98% Extra Pure

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POTASSIUM tert-BUTOXIDE 98% Extra Pure Specification

Solubility
Soluble in alcohols ethers; reacts violently with water

Smell
Pungent alcohol-like odor

Appearance
White to off-white crystalline powder

Poisonous
Yes hazardous if ingested inhaled or in contact with skin

Molecular Formula
C4H9KO

Purity
98%

Melting Point
256C

Application
Used as a strong base in organic synthesis and as a catalyst in various chemical reactions

Shelf Life
Up to 2 years if stored properly in sealed conditions

Physical Form
Powder or fine granules

Molecular Weight
112.21 g/mol

EINECS No
212-740-3

Usage
Primarily in pharmaceutical and chemical industries for synthesis and catalysis

Grade
Extra Pure

Shape
Fine crystalline powder form

HS Code
29159000

Ph Level
Highly basic

Density
0.91 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Ingredients
Potassium tert-butoxide purity 98%

CAS No
865-47-4

Storage
Store in a tightly closed container dry environment away from moisture and air

Properties
Highly reactive moisture-sensitive strong base

Structural Formula
(CH3)3COK

About POTASSIUM tert-BUTOXIDE 98% Extra Pure

Potassium tert-Butoxide 98% Extra Pure is a highly reactive, moisture-sensitive strong base primarily utilized in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries for synthesis and catalysis. This white to off-white crystalline powder, with a pungent alcohol-like smell, is soluble in alcohols and ethers but reacts violently with water. With a purity of 98%, this product boasts a molecular weight of 112.21 g/mol and a melting point of 256C. It is classified as poisonous and hazardous if ingested, inhaled, or in contact with the skin. Proper storage in a tightly closed container in a dry environment away from moisture and air ensures a shelf life of up to 2 years.