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Potassium isopropoxide, 99% (metals basis), 5% w/v in isopropanol
Description
It is an important raw material and intermediate used in Organic Synthesis, Pharmaceuticals, Agrochemicals. They are used in wide range of applications such as colorants and aroma chemicals. They are used in manufacturing detergents and biodiesel. They also act as catalysts in polymerization and isomerizations. Other uses include used for formation of ethers. Also acts as a moderately strong base for deprotonation and base catalysed reactions.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Specifications
| Color | Colorless to Yellow |
| Flash Point | 12°C (54°F) |
| Odor | Alcohol-like |
| Linear Formula | KOCH(CH3)2 |
| Quantity | 100 mL |
| UN Number | UN3274 |
| Sensitivity | Air and moisture sensitive |
| Solubility Information | It is soluble in isopropanol and some ethers. Insoluble in water. |
| Formula Weight | 98.19 |
| Percent Purity | 99% |
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