2,2-Dimethylpropionic Acid Potassium Salt - Introduction
Pivalic acid potassium is the potassium salt of pivalic acid with the formula C5H9KO2. The following is a description of the nature, use, preparation and safety information of Pivalic acid potassium:
Nature:
1. physical properties: Pivalic acid potassium is a colorless crystalline solid with a special smell.
2. Chemical properties: Pivalic acid potassium is relatively stable to air and moisture, it will decompose under the action of high temperature and oxidants.
Use:
1. chemical reagents: Pivalic acid potassium are commonly used as reagents in organic synthesis and catalysts.
2. drug intermediates: Pivalic acid potassium can be used as synthetic drug intermediates in the pharmaceutical industry.
3. Polymer additives: Pivalic acid potassium can be used as polymer additives to improve the performance of polymers.
Preparation Method:
The preparation of Pivalic acid potassium can be obtained by reacting pivalic acid with potassium hydroxide. It is necessary to control the reaction temperature and reaction time during the reaction.
Safety Information:
1. Pivalic acid potassium are generally considered to have less impact on human health, it is still necessary to prevent inhalation, ingestion or contact with skin and eyes.
2. When using Pivalic acid potassium, you should wear appropriate personal protective equipment, such as gloves and protective glasses.
3. Pivalic acid potassium should be stored and handled to avoid moisture and heat, so as not to cause decomposition or other dangerous situations.
4. if Pivalic acid potassium leaks or fires occur, appropriate measures should be taken to clean up and extinguish the fire.