Synonym(s): Potassium (2-methyl-2-butoxide); Potassium tert-pentylate
Empirical Formula: C5H11KO
Linear Formula: CH3CH2C(CH3)2OK
Formula Weight: 126.24
MDL Number: MFCD00064808
Density: 0.920 g/mL at 25 °C
Beilstein Registry Number: 4149025
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard statements: H225-H314-H335-H351
Precautionary statements: P210-P261-P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P310
Supplemental Hazard Statements: May form explosive peroxides., Reacts violently with water.
Risk Statements (Europe): 11-14-19-34-37-40
Safety Statements (Europe): 16-26-36/37/39-45
Hazard Codes (Europe): F,C