POTASSIUM TRI-SEC-BUTYLBOROHYDRIDE

Description

Potassium tri-sec-butylborohydride [54575- 49-4] solution in tetrahydrofuran (THF) is sold as K-Selectride (Aldrich). These compounds may be used for highly stereoselective reductions, e.g., of ketones . Chemical rearrangements induced by potassium hydride are important in organic chemistry. Furthermore, in combination with other reagents potassium hydride acts as a catalyst in the polymerization of alkenes and dienes.

Chemical Properties

clear slightly yellow solution

Uses

• Reducing reagent

Reactant for:

• Preparation of a PCP-pincer palladium hydride-K-Selectride complex
• Formation of P-H, P-C, and C-H bonds by hydride attack
• Stereoselective conjugate hydride reduction reactions

Uses

Mild reducing agents in organic synthesis.

Uses

Reducing reagent. Reactant for: Preparation of a PCP-pincer palladium hydride-K-Selectride complex. Formation of P-H, P-C, and C-H bonds by hydride attack. Stereoselective conjugate hydride reduction reactions.