Potassium tert-butoxide(CAS#865-47-4)

Potassium tert-butoxide(CAS#865-47-4)

1. Nature:
-Appearance: Potassium tert butoxide appears as a white solid.
-Solubility: Can dissolve in water and organic solvents such as alcohols and ethers.
-Chemical properties: Potassium tert butoxide is an alkaline substance that can react with acids to form corresponding salts and undergo substitution reactions with halogenated hydrocarbons.
2. Purpose:
-As a reagent, potassium tert butoxide is often used as a base catalyst in organic synthesis reactions, such as alcohol dehydration and ether synthesis.
-Special applications: Potassium tert butoxide can also be used to prepare other organic compounds, such as esters, ketones, etc.
3. Manufacturing method:
-Laboratory method: Potassium tert butoxide can be obtained by reacting tert butanol with potassium hydroxide.
-Industrial process: Potassium tert butoxide is usually obtained by reacting tert butanol with potassium hydroxide at high temperatures.
4. Safety information:
-Avoid inhaling dust or vapor of potassium tert butoxide and operate in a well ventilated area.