Description

(α-Cyanostyryl)Phosphonic Acid Diethyl Ester is a specialized organophosphorus compound featuring a cyanostyryl moiety, which serves as a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This matters because it provides a versatile reactive handle for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of functional materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications such as the synthesis of kinase inhibitors and light-emitting materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Serves as a key monomer or additive in the production of specialty polymers and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Research: Employed as a versatile Horner-Wadsworth-Emmons (HWE) reagent for olefination reactions to form α,β-unsaturated nitriles.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of phosphonate-based ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form complex conjugated systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	(α-Cyanostyryl)Phosphonic Acid Diethyl Ester
CAS No.	18896-73-6
Molecular Formula	C13H16NO3P
Molecular Weight	265.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl (α-Cyanobenzyl)phosphonate; Diethyl (α-Cyanostyryl)phosphonate; Diethyl (2-Cyano-2-phenylethyl)phosphonate; (α-Cyanobenzyl)phosphonic Acid Diethyl Ester; Phosphonic acid, P-[(1-cyano-1-phenylethyl)]-, diethyl ester; Diethyl (1-cyano-1-phenylethyl)phosphonate; (1-Cyano-1-phenylethyl)phosphonic acid diethyl ester; Diethyl α-cyanobenzylphosphonate
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Quality Control

Our (α-Cyanostyryl)Phosphonic Acid Diethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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