Description

Potassium Graphite CAS NO 12081-88-8 is an intercalation compound where potassium atoms are inserted between the layers of a graphite lattice, forming a first-stage C8K compound. This material is valued for its unique properties as a powerful reducing agent and a source of highly reactive, solvated electrons. It is primarily utilized in advanced materials research, organic synthesis, and as a precursor for other graphite intercalation compounds. Key industries that require this specialty chemical include academic and industrial R&D laboratories, battery technology developers, and manufacturers of novel conductive materials.

Application

• Organic Synthesis: As a potent reducing agent for challenging chemical transformations and the generation of radical anions.
• Battery Research: Investigated as a precursor or model compound for alkali metal-ion battery anodes and energy storage materials.
• Catalysis: Serving as a catalyst or catalyst support in specialized hydrogenation and polymerization reactions.
• Materials Science: Used in the development of superconducting materials, conductive polymers, and other advanced carbon-based composites.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Acting as a doping agent or precursor in the synthesis of carbon nanotubes and graphene with modified electronic properties.
• Solid-State Chemistry: Fundamental research on electron donor-acceptor complexes and the physics of graphite intercalation compounds (GICs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Graphite
CAS No.	12081-88-8
Molecular Formula	C8K
Molecular Weight	135.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Graphite Potassium; Potassium-Graphite Intercalation Compound; C8K; KC8; Graphite Potasside; Potassium Graphitide; First-Stage Potassium Graphite; Potassium-Doped Graphite
EINECS	235-094-1

Quality Control

Our Potassium Graphite is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical reactivity. Quality is verified through analytical techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD) to confirm stage purity and elemental analysis. While produced as a research-grade material, we adhere to strict internal quality protocols. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific lot characteristics is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. This material is highly air- and moisture-sensitive. For long-term stability, store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a sealed container. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, separate from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Bronze-colored, metallic flakes or powder
Identification (XRD)	Consistent with first-stage C8K structure
Potassium Content (Elemental Analysis)	10.0 - 11.5 %
Stage Purity	≥ 90% (by XRD)
Solubility	Insoluble in common organic solvents (reacts)
Reactivity	Pyrophoric in air, reacts violently with water

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.