Potassium tert-Butoxide

Molecular Formula
C4H9OK
Catalog Number
P1233
Supplier/Brand
Spectrum Chemical
CAS Number
865-47-4

Potassium tert-Butoxide, a tetrameric cubane-like cluster, is used as a non-nucleophilic and strong base in organic chemistry. Ungraded products supplied by Spectrum are indicative of a grade suitable for general industrial use or research purposes and typically are not suitable for human consumption or therapeutic use.


Synonyms: Potassium tert-Butylate

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DOT: UN3206, Alkali metal alcoholates, self-heating, corrosive, n.o.s. (Potassium tert-butanolate), 4.2 (8), PG II

Largest individual container shippable via:
UPS/FedEx Ground: 12 kg    UPS Air: 1 kg    FedEx Air: 50 kg

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Storage Information

MOISTURE SENSITIVE, HYGROSCOPIC: Keep tightly closed.

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2023