Description

Potassium, Butan-1-Ol, Dihydroxy-Oxido-Oxo-Phosphorane CAS NO 68551-01-9 is a specialized organophosphorus compound with a potassium counterion, often utilized as a reactive intermediate or catalyst in advanced synthesis. This chemical is valued for its unique reactivity profile, combining the properties of a strong alkali with solubility in organic solvents like butanol. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories and chemical manufacturers engaged in the production of fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and novel materials where precise control over phosphorylation or base-catalyzed reactions is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Acts as a key building block or catalyst in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of specialized organophosphorus compounds for agrochemicals and performance materials.
• Polymer Chemistry: Used as a catalyst or initiator in the synthesis of specific polymers and resins.
• Laboratory Research & Development: Serves as a versatile reagent for method development and exploratory organic synthesis in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Catalysis: Functions as a basic catalyst in organic transformations requiring a strong, non-nucleophilic base soluble in organic media.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium, Butan-1-Ol, Dihydroxy-Oxido-Oxo-Phosphorane
CAS No.	68551-01-9
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Potassium butanol phosphorane; Butan-1-ol, dihydroxy-oxido-oxo-phosphorane, potassium salt; Potassium hydroxy(oxo)phosphaniumyl butoxide; Phosphorane, dihydroxy-oxido-oxo-, potassium salt, compd. with butan-1-ol; Butanol phosphorane potassium derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Potassium, Butan-1-Ol, Dihydroxy-Oxido-Oxo-Phosphorane adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical processes. While typically supplied as a high-purity technical or research grade, specifications can be aligned with customer requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its chemical nature as a strong alkali, ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture and incompatible materials. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or suspension
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay	≥ 95% (by Titration)
Potassium Content	Contact for details
Solvent Content (Butanol)	Contact for details

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