Description

(Methyl-D3)Triphenylphosphonium Iodide is a deuterium-labeled organophosphorus salt, specifically designed for advanced synthetic and analytical applications. This compound serves as a crucial Wittig reagent precursor, enabling the controlled introduction of a labeled methylene group into target molecules. It is primarily utilized by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for deuterium labeling studies, reaction mechanism elucidation, and the synthesis of isotopically labeled compounds.

Application

• Deuterium-Labeled Synthesis: As a key Wittig reagent precursor for the preparation of alkenes and other compounds with a CD2 group.
• Pharmaceutical Research: For the synthesis of deuterated drug candidates and metabolites to study pharmacokinetics, metabolic pathways, and stability.
• Mechanistic Studies: Employed as a tracer in reaction mechanism investigations within organic and organometallic chemistry.
• Analytical Standards: Used in the development of internal standards for quantitative mass spectrometry (MS) and NMR analysis.
• Material Science: Potential application in the synthesis of labeled polymers or organic electronic materials for structure-property relationship studies.
• Agrochemical Development: For creating labeled versions of active ingredients to track environmental fate and degradation.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Methyl-D3)Triphenylphosphonium Iodide
CAS No.	1560-56-1
Molecular Formula	C19H15D3IP
Molecular Weight	401.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Deuterated Methyltriphenylphosphonium Iodide; (Trideuteriomethyl)triphenylphosphonium Iodide; (CD3)PPh3I; Methyl-d3 Triphenylphosphonium Iodide; Triphenyl(methyl-d3)phosphonium Iodide; Phosphonium, (methyl-d3)triphenyl-, iodide; (Methyl-d3)-triphenylphosphonium Iodide
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Quality Control

Our (Methyl-D3)Triphenylphosphonium Iodide is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure high chemical purity and isotopic enrichment. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay (by NMR or titration), isotopic purity (D-content), and impurity profile. We adhere to stringent in-house quality standards suitable for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere or in a dry environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (NMR/Titration)	≥95.0%
Isotopic Purity (D-content)	≥98 atom % D
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.