Description

Isobutyric Acid Potassium Salt is the potassium salt of isobutyric acid, a versatile organic compound with significant industrial utility. This salt form offers enhanced stability and handling characteristics compared to its free acid counterpart, making it a valuable intermediate and reagent. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for synthesis and formulation processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Catalyst and Reagent: Employed in organic synthesis reactions, including esterifications and condensations.
• Food & Flavor Industry: Potential use as a precursor or pH adjuster in the manufacture of certain food additives and flavoring agents.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in laboratory settings as a buffer component or a standard in analytical procedures.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or additive in the development of specialized polymers and coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isobutyric Acid Potassium Salt
CAS No.	19455-20-0
Molecular Formula	C4H7KO2
Molecular Weight	126.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Isobutyrate; Potassium 2-Methylpropanoate; Isobutyrate Potassium Salt; 2-Methylpropanoic Acid Potassium Salt; Isobutanoic Acid Potassium Salt; Propanoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, Potassium Salt; Butyric Acid, 2-Methyl-, Potassium Salt
EINECS	243-093-3

Quality Control

Our Isobutyric Acid Potassium Salt is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing the results are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements, including those for pharmaceutical (GMP) or food-grade applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking or degradation. Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
pH (5% solution)	7.0 - 9.0
Residue on Ignition	Reported on COA

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