Description

Potassium Cyclopentadienide is an organometallic compound of significant industrial importance, primarily serving as a versatile reagent in synthetic chemistry. Its value lies in its role as a potent nucleophile and a source of the cyclopentadienyl anion, which is crucial for constructing complex molecular architectures. This product is essential for manufacturers and research institutions in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, particularly for the synthesis of catalysts and specialty chemicals.

Application

• As a key precursor in the synthesis of metallocene catalysts, such as Ziegler-Natta type catalysts for polyolefin production.
• In organic synthesis as a strong nucleophile for the preparation of cyclopentadienyl derivatives and other organometallic complexes.
• For the production of specialty chemicals and fine chemicals used in pharmaceutical intermediates.
• In materials science research for developing novel organometallic frameworks and coordination polymers.
• As a reagent in the synthesis of catalysts used for asymmetric hydrogenation and other stereoselective transformations.
• In academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways in organometallic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Cyclopentadienide
CAS No.	30994-24-2
Molecular Formula	C5H5K
Molecular Weight	104.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclopentadienylpotassium; Potassium cyclopentadienyl; Potassium (cyclopentadienyl); Potassium cyclopentadiene; KCP; Potassium cyclopentadienylide; Potassium 2,4-cyclopentadien-1-ide
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Quality Control

Our Potassium Cyclopentadienide is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for each batch is available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic and air-sensitive nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C. Keep away from moisture, strong oxidizers, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to beige powder or lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (KCP)	≥ 95.0%
Solubility (Test in THF)	Clear solution

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