Description

2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-3,5-Heptanedionato Potassium is a potassium salt of a sterically hindered β-diketone, widely recognized as a key precursor for advanced metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and coordination compounds. This compound matters for its exceptional ability to act as a ligand source, facilitating the synthesis of highly pure, thermally stable metal complexes with precise stoichiometry. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of catalysis, materials science, and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• As a precursor ligand for synthesizing lanthanide and transition metal complexes used in homogeneous catalysis.
• In the production of volatile metal-organic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD) precursors for thin-film and semiconductor applications.
• As a key building block in the research and development of novel metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with tailored porosity and functionality.
• For the preparation of NMR shift reagents and other analytical reagents in spectroscopy.
• In the synthesis of specialty polymers and additives where metal incorporation is required for specific properties.
• As a standard or reference material in analytical chemistry and quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-3,5-Heptanedionato Potassium
CAS No.	22441-14-1
Molecular Formula	C11H19KO2
Molecular Weight	222.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium 2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-3,5-heptanedionate; Potassium dipivaloylmethanide; Potassium DPM; K(DPM); Potassium tetramethylheptanedionate; TMHD Potassium salt; Potassium 2,2,6,6-tetramethylheptane-3,5-dionate
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Quality Control

Our 2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-3,5-Heptanedionato Potassium is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Potassium Content	17.4 - 17.8 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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