General description
Potassium bis(trimethylsilyl)amide is commonly abbreviated as KHMDS with molecular formula [(CH3)3Si]2NK. It is widely used as Bronsted base in synthesis.
KHMDS is a base catalyst, that shows high activity and selectivity for the alkylation of alkylpyridines.
Application
Anionic initiator used in the preparation of poly(ethylene oxide). Sterically hindered base employed in selective cyclization reactions. Also used in the preparation of lanthanide complexes.
Features and Benefits
Potassium bis(trimethylsilyl)amide (KHMDS):
- Easily available.
- Good selectivity for the benzylic C−H bonds.
- Good reactivity for sterically crowded C−H bonds.
- UPC:
- 51472100
- Condition:
- New
- Weight:
- 1.00 Ounces
- HazmatClass:
- No
- WeightUOM:
- LB
- MPN:
- 324671-5G