Description

Potassium Deuteride is an inorganic salt and a deuterated analog of potassium hydride, where the hydrogen is replaced by its heavier stable isotope, deuterium. This compound is a powerful base and deuterium source, critical for precise isotopic labeling and synthesis in advanced research and development. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and academic research sectors for applications requiring deuterium incorporation, such as in the synthesis of deuterated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and mechanistic studies.

Application

• As a strong base and deuterium source in organic synthesis for isotopic labeling.
• Deuteration of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to study metabolic pathways and improve drug stability.
• Preparation of deuterated reagents and intermediates for NMR spectroscopy and mass spectrometry standards.
• Use in fundamental research involving kinetic isotope effect (KIE) studies.
• Catalysis and material science research where a deuterated base is required.
• Potential use in specialized energy research, such as in certain fusion-related experiments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Deuteride
CAS No.	13886-67-4
Molecular Formula	DK
Molecular Weight	41.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium deuteride; Deuteriopotassium; Potassium hydride-d; Potassium monodeuteride; KD; Deuterated potassium hydride; Potassium(1+) deuteride
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Quality Control

Our Potassium Deuteride is produced and handled under stringent quality control protocols to ensure high isotopic purity and chemical consistency. Each batch is analyzed to confirm key parameters, including deuterium content and chemical purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly hygroscopic and reactive nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from moisture, strong acids, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to gray powder or lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Deuterium Content (NMR)	≥ 98 atom % D
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95%
Potassium Hydroxide (KOH)	≤ 2.0%
Potassium Carbonate (K2CO3)	≤ 1.0%

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