Description

Potassium Isopropoxide is a powerful alkoxide base commonly used in organic synthesis and industrial catalysis. This compound is valued for its strong basicity and solubility in organic solvents, making it a versatile reagent for deprotonation and condensation reactions. It is a critical intermediate for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors who require high-purity, reactive bases for complex synthesis.

Application

• Catalyst in Organic Synthesis: Widely used as a strong base catalyst for aldol condensations, Claisen condensations, and other carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in steroid and prostaglandin chemistry.
• Polymerization Initiator: Employed as an anionic initiator for the polymerization of monomers like ethylene oxide and acrylates.
• Esterification & Transesterification Agent: Facilitates the production and modification of esters and biodiesel.
• Precursor for Other Alkoxides: Used in the preparation of other metal alkoxides and complex metal oxides via metathesis reactions.
• Drying Agent for Solvents: Acts as a powerful desiccant for drying aprotic organic solvents such as THF and DMSO.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Isopropoxide
CAS No.	6831-82-9
Molecular Formula	C3H7KO
Molecular Weight	98.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium isopropylate; Isopropyl alcohol, potassium salt; Potassium 2-propoxide; Potassium isopropanolate; Potassium sec-propoxide; Potassium isopropyl alcoholate; 2-Propanol, potassium salt; KOC3H7
EINECS	229-913-3

Quality Control

Our Potassium Isopropoxide is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and moisture content. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of GMP and ISO standards for advanced chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. 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 lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0%
Potassium (K) Content	38.0 - 40.0 %
Isopropanol Content	≤ 5.0 %
Water (Karl Fischer)	≤ 1.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %

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