Description

Methyltriphenoxyphosphonium Iodide is a specialized organophosphonium salt with a CAS registry number of 17579-99-6. This compound serves as a versatile reagent and intermediate, valued for its role in facilitating key chemical transformations, particularly in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications requiring precise phosphorus-based chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring phosphorus-containing functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a catalyst or co-catalyst in polymerization reactions and as a precursor for flame-retardant additives.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Wittig-type reactions and other methodologies for the formation of carbon-carbon double bonds.
• Ligand Precursor: Useful in the preparation of phosphine ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in ionic liquids and as a component in specialty electrolytes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyltriphenoxyphosphonium Iodide
CAS No.	17579-99-6
Molecular Formula	C19H18IO3P
Molecular Weight	476.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyltriphenoxyphosphonium iodide; Phosphonium, methyltriphenoxy-, iodide; Methyl(triphenoxy)phosphonium iodide; Triphenoxy(methyl)phosphonium iodide; (Methoxytriphenoxyphosphonium) iodide (common misnomer); Methyl triphenoxy phosphonium iodide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyltriphenoxyphosphonium Iodide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed and may require storage under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

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.