Description

Potassium o-Benzylphenolate is an organopotassium compound primarily used as a versatile intermediate and strong base in specialized organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to facilitate key reactions, such as deprotonation and nucleophilic substitution, under controlled conditions. This chemical is essential for research and development laboratories and industrial-scale manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• As a strong, non-nucleophilic base in organic synthesis for deprotonation reactions.
• Key intermediate in the production of complex pharmaceutical actives and fine chemicals.
• Catalyst or co-catalyst component in polymerization and specialty chemical manufacturing processes.
• Precursor for the synthesis of other organometallic reagents and functionalized phenolic derivatives.
• Used in research applications for the development of new materials and chemical methodologies.
• Employed in agrochemical synthesis for creating advanced active ingredients.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium o-Benzylphenolate
CAS No.	85712-12-5
Molecular Formula	C13H11KO
Molecular Weight	222.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium 2-Benzylphenolate; 2-Benzylphenol, Potassium Salt; o-Benzylphenol Potassium Salt; Potassium 2-(Phenylmethyl)phenolate; Phenol, 2-(phenylmethyl)-, potassium salt (1:1); Potassium 2-Benzylphenoxide
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Quality Control

Our Potassium o-Benzylphenolate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the rigorous standards required for advanced synthetic applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept 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 solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition (as K2O)	Calculated
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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