Sodium Tert-Butoxide | 865-48-5

Cas No :

865-48-5

Synonyms :

Form :

Solid

Molecular Weight :

96.105 G/Mol

Molecular Formula :

C4H10NAO

Boiling Point :

125 °C

Melting Point :

75 °C

Flash Point :

150 °C

Solubility :

Insoluble In Water; Soluble In Diethyl Ether And Thf

Description :

Overview of Sodium Tert-Butoxide

Sodium Tert-Butoxide is a strong, non-nucleophilic base widely used in organic synthesis, fine chemical manufacturing, and industrial applications. Its bulky tert-butoxide ion provides high basicity while minimizing nucleophilic side reactions, making it ideal for deprotonation, elimination reactions (E2), and generation of enolates.

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Applications of Sodium Tert-Butoxide

Organic Synthesis

  • Acts as a strong base in deprotonation and elimination reactions

  • Used in E2 eliminations, aldol condensations, and enolate formation

  • Supports synthesis of fine chemicals, intermediates, and heterocyclic compounds


Polymer & Specialty Chemicals

  • Used in anionic polymerization

  • Assists in the preparation of high-performance polymers

  • Suitable for functional group modification in polymer chemistry


Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediates

  • Supports multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs)

  • Key base in preparation of agrochemical intermediates


Laboratory & R&D Applications

  • Used as a reagent in synthetic chemistry research

  • Ideal for academic and industrial lab experiments requiring strong non-nucleophilic bases


Safety & Handling Guidelines

  • Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and moisture

  • Use gloves, protective eyewear, and fume hood

  • Store in airtight containers under dry conditions

  • Reacts violently with water, acids, and oxidizers

  • Refer to MSDS for complete hazard, first-aid, and emergency handling


Where to Buy Sodium Tert-Butoxide?

Sodium Tert-Butoxide Manufacturer

Produced in high-purity industrial grade, suitable for organic synthesis, polymer chemistry, and fine chemical applications.


Sodium Tert-Butoxide Supplier & Exporter

ChemicalBull provides:

  • Bulk supply with COA, MSDS & technical data

  • Export-ready packaging with global logistics support

  • Safe handling and delivery for reactive chemicals


Sodium Tert-Butoxide
MSDS 

  • Chemical identification and hazard classification

  • Safe storage, handling, and spill measures

  • Toxicological and fire-fighting instructions

  • Transport & regulatory compliance

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. What is Sodium Tert-Butoxide used for?

    It is primarily used as a strong, non-nucleophilic base in organic synthesis, polymer intermediates, and fine chemical production.

  2. Is it moisture sensitive?

    Yes, it reacts violently with water and should be handled under dry conditions.

  3. Do you provide industrial-grade Sodium Tert-Butoxide?

    Yes, ChemicalBull supplies bulk, industrial, and high-purity grades.

  4. Can it be used in elimination reactions?

    Absolutely, it is ideal for E2 eliminations, deprotonation, and enolate formation.

  5. Do you supply COA & MSDS?

    Yes, both are provided with every batch.