KOC₂H₅ in C₂H₅OH
A solution of potassium ethylate, a strong base commonly used in organic synthesis and as a catalyst in transesterification reactions.
Typical Applications
Very strong organic base, especially well suited for water-free organic syntheses for various reaction types (like transesterification, deprotonation, ring-opening polymerization, anionic polymerization, depolymerization of polyesters etc.); Ready to use solution in ethanol
Benefits at a glance
Strong, non-aqueous organic base as a ready-to-use solution.