Sodium tert.-Amylate Solutions

C₅H₁₁ONa solution in different solvents

A solution of sodium tert.-amylate, a strong base commonly used in organic synthesis and as a catalyst in polymerization reactions.
Available solvents: THF, Hexane and Toluene.

Typical Applications

Very strong organic base with low nucleophilicity and very good solubility in organic solvents, ideal for selective deprotonation under water-free conditions; Ready to use solution

Benefits at a glance

  • Very high purity, low hydroxyl content
  • Very strong base, stronger than primary and secondary alcoholates
  • Selective and specific in many organic reactions
  • Custom packaging available

Product Details & Documents

Technical Data Sheets

Further Information

Storage:

Dry and cool (at ambient temperature)

Packaging:

STA 35% in THF: 180 kg in 210 L steel drums
STA 38% in Hexane: 150 kg in 210 L steel drums
STA 25% in Toluene: 170 kg in 210 L steel drums

Shelf life:

18 months upon production in originally sealed packaging.

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