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Potassium 2-methyl-2-butoxide

Description:
Potassium 2-methyl-2-butoxide is an organopotassium compound characterized by its role as a strong base and nucleophile in organic synthesis. It is typically a white to off-white solid that is soluble in polar organic solvents, such as alcohols and ethers, but less soluble in non-polar solvents. The compound features a bulky 2-methyl-2-butoxide group, which contributes to its steric hindrance, making it particularly effective in deprotonation reactions and in facilitating elimination reactions. Its strong basicity allows it to effectively deprotonate alcohols and other weak acids, making it valuable in various synthetic pathways, including the formation of carbon-carbon bonds. Additionally, potassium 2-methyl-2-butoxide can be sensitive to moisture and air, necessitating careful handling and storage under inert conditions. As with many organometallic compounds, it should be handled with caution due to its reactivity and potential hazards.
Formula:C5H11KO
InChI:InChI=1/C5H11O.K/c1-4-5(2,3)6;/h4H2,1-3H3;/q-1;+1
InChI key:InChIKey=GGIFEFBEDYDOTI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(CC)(C)(C)O.[K]
Synonyms:
  • 2-Butanol, 2-methyl-, potassium salt
  • 2-Butanol, 2-methyl-, potassium salt (1:1)
  • 2-Methyl-2-butanol potassium salt
  • KTA
  • Potassium 1,1-dimethyl-1-propoxide
  • Potassium 1,1-dimethylpropoxide
  • Potassium 1,1-dimethylpropylate
  • Potassium 2-Methylbutan-2-Olate
  • Potassium 2-methyl-2-butanoxide
  • Potassium tert-amylate
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