Description

Potassium 9-(2,3-Dimethyl-2-Butoxy)-9-Boratabicyclo[3.3.1]Nonane is a highly versatile organoboron reagent, specifically a potassium trialkylborohydride (K-selectride®) derivative. This compound matters for its exceptional utility as a sterically hindered, highly selective reducing agent in complex synthetic transformations. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for asymmetric synthesis and the production of chiral intermediates.

Application

• Asymmetric Reduction of Ketones: Selective reduction of prochiral ketones to produce enantiomerically enriched secondary alcohols, a critical step in chiral drug synthesis.
• Stereo- and Regioselective Hydroboration: Used in hydroboration-oxidation sequences of alkenes to access alcohols with predictable regiochemistry.
• Catalyst and Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor or reagent in the preparation of sophisticated organometallic catalysts and chiral ligands.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Manufacturing: Enables precise synthetic routes for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring high stereochemical purity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Applied in the production of chiral herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable tool for methodological development in organic synthesis and exploring new reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium 9-(2,3-Dimethyl-2-Butoxy)-9-Boratabicyclo[3.3.1]Nonane
CAS No.	89999-86-0
Molecular Formula	C15H28BKO
Molecular Weight	274.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium 9-(2,3-Dimethyl-2-butoxy)-9-borabicyclo[3.3.1]nonane; Potassium 9-(2,3-Dimethyl-2-butoxy)-9-BBN; Potassium 9-(2,3-Dimethyl-2-butoxy)-9-borabicyclo[3.3.1]nonanide; K-9-(2,3-Dimethyl-2-butoxy)-9-BBN; Modified K-Selectride®; Potassium Tri-sec-butylborohydride derivative; Sterically Hindered Borohydride Reagent
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Quality Control

Our Potassium 9-(2,3-Dimethyl-2-Butoxy)-9-Boratabicyclo[3.3.1]Nonane is manufactured under strict quality systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR and titration, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent reactivity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be handled under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0%
Solubility	Soluble in THF, ethers; reacts with protic solvents

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