Sodium Ethylate
Used for reaction in which the presence of excess ethanol is not wanted. Also used a great deal as a base for the generation of carbanions in a number of alkylation and condensation reactions such as condensation of acetone with ethyl acetate, benzoylatio
Chemical Formula |
C2H5ONa |
Molecular Weight |
F.W. 68.05 |
CAS # |
141-52-6 |
Safety Information |
|
Health Hazard |
2 |
Fire Hazard |
2 |
Reactivity |
1 |
Test |
Specification |
Assay | Approx. 96% |
Shipping Information |
Alkali metal alcoholate, n.o.s. (sodium ethoxide), 4.2, UN3206, PG III. |
UPS limit |
0 lb |
Storage Information |
LIGHT SENSITIVE, MOISTURE SENSITIVE, AIR SENSITIVE; Keep tightly closed in light-resistant container |
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