Description

Zinc tert-Butoxide is a versatile organometallic compound widely used as a catalyst and precursor in advanced material synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to facilitate key organic transformations and serve as a source of zinc oxide in controlled deposition processes. This chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and semiconductor industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates for specialized applications.

Application

• Catalyst for transesterification, polymerization, and other organic synthesis reactions.
• Precursor for the chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or sol-gel synthesis of zinc oxide (ZnO) thin films and nanoparticles.
• Starting material for the preparation of other zinc alkoxides and organozinc reagents.
• Additive in ceramic and glass formulations to modify material properties.
• Reagent in academic and industrial research for developing new catalytic systems.
• Intermediate in the synthesis of specialty chemicals and advanced electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc tert-Butoxide
CAS No.	4278-43-7
Molecular Formula	C8H18O2Zn
Molecular Weight	211.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Zinc di-tert-butoxide; Di-tert-butoxyzinc; tert-Butyl alcohol, zinc salt; Zinc bis(tert-butoxide); Zinc(2+) bis(2-methyl-2-propoxide); Zinc 2-methyl-2-propanolate; TBZ; Zn(OtBu)2
EINECS	224-269-9

Quality Control

Our Zinc tert-Butoxide is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurities is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Zn content)	≥ 95.0%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents

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