93778-31-5

93778-31-5 - Names and Identifiers

Name	potassium 4-methyl-2-oxovalerate
Synonyms	PotassiumKIC PotassiuM 4-Methyl-2 Ketoleucine Potassium salt ALPHA-KETOLEUCINE POTASSIUM Alpha-ketoleucine potassium potassium 4-methyl-2-oxovalerate potassium 2-oxo-4-methylvalerate Potassium 4-methyl-2-oxopentanoate potassium 4-methyl-2-oxopentanoate 4-methyl-2-oxopentanoic acid potassium salt
CAS	93778-31-5
EINECS	298-166-4
InChI	InChI=1/C6H10O3.K/c1-4(2)3-5(7)6(8)9;/h4H,3H2,1-2H3,(H,8,9);/q;+1/p-1

93778-31-5 - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C6H9KO3
Molar Mass	168.23
Boling Point	190.5°C at 760 mmHg
Flash Point	83.3°C
Vapor Presure	0.239mmHg at 25°C
Storage Condition	Sealed in dry,Room Temperature

93778-31-5 - Introduction

potassium 4-methyl-2-oxovalerate is an organic compound with the chemical formula C7H11KO3.

Nature:
potassium 4-methyll-2-oxovalerate is a white crystal or crystalline powder, soluble in water and alcohol solvents. It has a certain stability, but it is easy to decompose under strong acid or alkali conditions.

Use:
potassium 4-methyll-2-oxovalerate is mainly used as a catalyst or acid source in organic synthesis reactions. It is often used in the preparation of ketoximes, the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds and the synthesis of natural products.

Method:
potassium 4-methyl-2-oxovalerate can be prepared by reacting an α-carbonyl compound with potassium bromoacetate. A specific step may be: reacting an α-carbonyl compound with potassium bromoacetate and performing a condensation reaction under basic conditions to form the potassium 4-methyl-2-oxovalerate product.

Safety Information:
Dust potassium 4-methyll-2-oxovalerate can cause irritation to the respiratory system and eyes, so wear appropriate protective equipment such as glasses, gloves, and masks when handling. Avoid inhalation, ingestion or contact with skin. In storage and use, should be away from the fire and oxidant, and properly sealed preservation. If accidental contact or misuse, please seek medical treatment in time.

Last Update：2024-04-10 22:29:15