Description

(1-Aminobutyl)Phosphonic Acid CAS NO 13138-36-8 is a versatile organophosphorus compound featuring both an amino and a phosphonic acid functional group, making it a valuable bifunctional building block. This unique structure provides excellent chelating properties and reactivity, which are critical for advanced material synthesis and formulation. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from metal sequestration to the synthesis of novel bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of bisphosphonate analogs and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) targeting bone metabolism disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for herbicides and plant growth regulators that utilize phosphonate chemistry.
• Scale & Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Acts as an effective chelating agent in water treatment formulations to control scale and inhibit metal corrosion in industrial systems.
• Metal Ion Sequestration: Employed in analytical chemistry and industrial processes for the selective binding and removal of di- and trivalent metal cations.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to functionalize surfaces (e.g., metals, oxides) by forming stable phosphonate monolayers for improved adhesion or corrosion resistance.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic and medicinal chemistry research for constructing complex molecules with phosphonate linkages.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1-Aminobutyl)Phosphonic Acid
CAS No.	13138-36-8
Molecular Formula	C₄H₁₂NO₃P
Molecular Weight	153.12 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Aminobutylphosphonic Acid; 1-Amino-4-phosphonobutane; 4-Phosphonobutylamine; Butyl-1-amine-4-phosphonic Acid; ABPA; NSC 169854; (4-Aminobutyl)phosphonic Acid; γ-Aminobutylphosphonic Acid
EINECS	236-091-9

Quality Control

Our (1-Aminobutyl)Phosphonic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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