Description

Diethyl (2-Cyanoethyl)Phosphonate is a versatile organophosphorus compound that serves as a key synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, featuring both a phosphonate ester and a nitrile group, enabling its use in the construction of complex molecules. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity building blocks for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing phosphorus or requiring the introduction of a cyanoethyl group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, insecticides, and plant growth regulators where its phosphonate moiety is incorporated into the final molecule.
• Wittig-Horner Reagent: Functions as a reagent in the Horner-Wadsworth-Emmons (HWE) olefination reaction for the stereoselective synthesis of alkenes, a fundamental transformation in organic chemistry.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of specialized phosphonate-based ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, flame retardants, and other functional materials that benefit from phosphorus incorporation.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological processes involving phosphorylation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyl (2-Cyanoethyl)Phosphonate
CAS No.	10123-62-3
Molecular Formula	C7H14NO3P
Molecular Weight	191.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl (2-Cyanoethyl)phosphonate; (2-Cyanoethyl)phosphonic Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl 2-Cyanoethylphosphonate; Diethyl Phosphorocyanidate; (Cyanomethyl)phosphonic Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl Cyanomethylphosphonate; NSC 402108; EINECS 233-332-7
EINECS	233-332-7

Quality Control

Our Diethyl (2-Cyanoethyl)Phosphonate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and manufacturing requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The container must be kept tightly sealed due to sensitivity to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.430 - 1.440
Density (20°C)	1.090 - 1.110 g/mL

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