Description

Methyltributylphosphonium Iodide is a versatile quaternary phosphonium salt with significant utility as a phase-transfer catalyst and ionic liquid precursor. Its primary commercial value lies in its ability to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, thereby accelerating reaction rates and improving yields in specialized organic syntheses. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where it enables efficient manufacturing of complex molecules.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Widely employed in alkylation, esterification, and nucleophilic substitution reactions to enhance reaction kinetics and selectivity.
• Ionic Liquid Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor or component in the formulation of task-specific ionic liquids for green chemistry applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where phase-transfer conditions are critical.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a catalyst or additive in polymerization processes and the production of specialty polymers.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Facilitates the synthesis of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in laboratory-scale and industrial organic transformations, including Darzens condensation and ether synthesis.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in electrolytes, conductive materials, and other advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyltributylphosphonium Iodide
CAS No.	1702-42-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₃₀IP
Molecular Weight	344.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyltributylphosphonium iodide; Tributylmethylphosphonium iodide; Methyl(tributyl)phosphonium iodide; Phosphonium, methyltributyl-, iodide (1:1); MBu₃PI; Methyltri-n-butylphosphonium iodide; n-Butylmethylphosphonium iodide; Tributyl(methyl)phosphonium iodide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyltributylphosphonium Iodide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for catalytic and synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided to guarantee consistent performance and reliability for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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