Potassium deuteroxide, with the CAS number 24572-01-8, is a chemical compound consisting of potassium (K) and deuterium oxide (D2O), which is the heavy isotope of water. This compound is characterized by its ionic nature, where potassium acts as a cation and deuteroxide as an anion. Potassium deuteroxide is typically a white, crystalline solid that is hygroscopic, meaning it can absorb moisture from the air. It is soluble in deuterated solvents, making it useful in various chemical reactions, particularly in deuteration processes where the incorporation of deuterium is desired for studies in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy and other analytical techniques. The presence of deuterium can alter the physical and chemical properties of the compound compared to its non-deuterated counterpart, potassium hydroxide. Safety precautions should be observed when handling this compound, as it can be caustic and may cause irritation to skin and eyes. Overall, potassium deuteroxide serves as a valuable reagent in both organic and inorganic chemistry, particularly in research settings.

potassium deuteroxide

24572-01-8: Potassium hydroxide (K(OD)), Potassium hydroxide-d, potassium (~2~H)hydroxide, Potassium deuteroxide

Potassium Deuteroxide(40% w/w in D2O)

Applications Labelled Potassium Hydroxide, used in the synthesis of biodiesels.
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Potassium Deuteroxide (40% w/w in D2O)

Potassium deuteroxide 99.5 Atom % D - 10ml Bottle

Potassium deuteroxide is a chemical compound that has been used to study the effect of deuterium isotope on the reaction mechanism and stability of fatty acids. The kinetic data obtained from this study show that the reaction rate constant increases in the presence of deuterium isotope. This increase can be explained by a decrease in proton transfer, which is due to hydrogen bonding between the two protons. Potassium deuteroxide also has been shown to have an effect on energy metabolism and uptake in women.

CAS 24572-01-8: potassium deuteroxide

Potassium Deuteroxide(40% w/w in D2O)

Ref: 3U-D0030

Potassium Deuteroxide (40% w/w in D2O)

Ref: TR-P695062

Potassium deuteroxide 99.5 Atom % D - 10ml Bottle

Ref: 54-DE350

Potassium deuteroxide

Ref: 3D-FP164903