Compound Q&A
How is Potassium bis(2-methyl-2-propanyl) phosphate (CAS: 33494-80-3) typically synthesized?
Answer
Potassium bis(2-methyl-2-propanyl) phosphate is synthesized by the reaction of diisopropyl phosphate with potassium hydroxide. Commonly, diisopropyl phosphate is first treated with potassium hydroxide in an aqueous solution to form the potassium salt. The reaction is conducted at room temperature, and the product is purified by recrystallization from water.
About
CAS No
33494-80-3
English Name
Potassium bis(2-methyl-2-propanyl) phosphate
Molecular Formula
C8H18KO4P
Molecular Weight
248.3 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)(C)OP(=O)([O-])OC(C)(C)C.[K+]
InChIKey
ZSWXMOQFFWMZQH-UHFFFAOYSA-M
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 00:42
