Synonym(s): Potassium tert-butylate; Potassium t-butoxide
Empirical Formula: C4H9KO
Linear Formula: (CH3)3COK
Formula Weight: 112.21
MDL Number: MFCD00012162
Purity: ≥98%
Melting Point: 256-258 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Beilstein Registry Number: 3556712
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard statements: H228-H252-H314
Precautionary statements: P210-P235 + P410-P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P310
Supplemental Hazard Statements: Reacts violently with water.
Risk Statements (Europe): 13102
Safety Statements (Europe): 7/9-16-26-36/37/39-45-Neverusewater.
Hazard Codes (Europe): F,C