Description

Difluorophosphine Oxide is a highly reactive organophosphorus compound characterized by its unique fluorine-phosphorus bond chemistry. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and reagent in advanced synthetic chemistry, enabling the introduction of phosphorus and fluorine functionalities into target molecules. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors developing novel active ingredients and performance chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring phosphorus-containing bioactive moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating advanced herbicides, insecticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand Precursor in Catalysis: Employed in the preparation of specialized phosphine-based ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Flame Retardant Research: Investigated as a potential precursor for developing new, efficient flame-retardant additives for polymers.
• Fluorination Reagent: Acts as a source of fluorine in selective fluorination reactions for fine chemical synthesis.
• Electronic Chemicals: Used in research for depositing phosphorus-containing thin films in semiconductor applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Difluorophosphine Oxide
CAS No.	14939-34-5
Molecular Formula	F2OP
Molecular Weight	85.97 g/mol
Synonyms	Difluorophosphorus Oxide; Phosphoryl Difluoride; Difluorophosphine Oxide; Phosphorus Oxydifluoride; Difluorophosphorus(V) Oxide; POF2; Phosphoryl Fluoride (common misnomer, clarify); Fluorophosphine Oxide
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Quality Control

Our Difluorophosphine Oxide is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to support research and development as well as scale-up processes, ensuring reliability for critical synthetic applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and reactive nature, store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Keep away from strong acids, organic solvents, fluorides, and strong alkalis. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to minimize degradation and maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid / gas
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC or NMR)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (by GC)	≥ 90.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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