Description

Dimethyl[2-(Methoxycarbonyl)Ethyl]Phosphonate is a high-purity organophosphorus compound, specifically a phosphonate ester, valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate. Its primary commercial significance lies in its utility for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and advanced materials. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable building blocks for active ingredient development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing phosphonate or phosphate ester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, plant growth regulators, and other crop protection agents where the phosphonate moiety is required for biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of specialized phosphonate-based ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal complexation.
• Flame Retardant Additive Synthesis: Employed as an intermediate in the manufacturing of phosphorus-containing flame retardants for polymers and textiles.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of novel materials, including metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and surface-modifying agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a reagent in Horner-Wadsworth-Emmons (HWE) olefination reactions and other carbon-carbon bond-forming processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl[2-(Methoxycarbonyl)Ethyl]Phosphonate
CAS No.	18733-15-8
Molecular Formula	C7H15O5P
Molecular Weight	210.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl (2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)phosphonate; (2-Methoxy-2-oxoethyl)phosphonic acid dimethyl ester; Dimethyl (carbomethoxymethyl)phosphonate; 2-(Dimethoxyphosphoryl)acetic acid methyl ester; Methyl (dimethoxyphosphoryl)acetate; Acetic acid, 2-(dimethoxyphosphinyl)-, methyl ester; Phosphonic acid, (2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)-, dimethyl ester
EINECS	242-543-8

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl[2-(Methoxycarbonyl)Ethyl]Phosphonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by GC or HPLC and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical properties is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.180 - 1.220
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.430 - 1.450

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