Description

Potassium Methoxide is a powerful base and catalyst widely used in organic synthesis and industrial processes. Its high reactivity makes it an essential reagent for transesterification, condensation, and deprotonation reactions, offering significant advantages in reaction speed and yield. This compound is particularly critical for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biodiesel, and fine chemical sectors who require a reliable and consistent source of high-purity alkali metal alkoxides.

Application

• Biodiesel Production: Acts as a highly efficient catalyst for the transesterification of vegetable oils or animal fats to produce fatty acid methyl esters (FAME).
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a strong base in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in deprotonation and alkoxide substitution reactions.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Used as a catalyst and reagent in the production of fragrances, flavors, and specialty organic intermediates.
• Polymer Industry: Employed as an initiator or catalyst in certain polymerization processes and the production of polyols.
• Organic Synthesis: Facilitates key reactions such as Claisen condensations, Williamson ether synthesis, and the formation of carbon-carbon bonds.
• Agricultural Chemical Production: Utilized in the synthesis of certain pesticides and herbicides where methoxide chemistry is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Methoxide
CAS No.	100365-72-8
Molecular Formula	CH3KO
Molecular Weight	70.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Methoxide; Potassium Methylate; Methanol, potassium salt; Methylpotassium; Potassium methanolate; CH3OK; Potassium methoxide solution; Potassium methoxide powder
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Potassium Methoxide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, moisture content, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with the stringent requirements of the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, ensuring a reliable supply for critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the product must be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as CH3OK)	≥ 95.0 %
Potassium Hydroxide (KOH)	≤ 2.0 %
Methanol Content	≤ 0.5 %
Water (Karl Fischer)	≤ 1.0 %

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