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
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.
