Description

[(2E,4E)-4-Methyl-2,4-Hexadienyl]Phosphonic Acid Diethyl Ester is a specialized organophosphorus compound that serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique conjugated diene structure linked to a phosphonate ester group makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring phosphonate or phosphate ester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, insecticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized phosphonate-based ligands used in metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and advanced materials with specific surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in Horner-Wadsworth-Emmons (HWE) olefination reactions and other carbon-carbon bond-forming processes.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a scaffold for developing enzyme inhibitors and molecular probes targeting biological phosphate-binding sites.

Basic Information

Product Name	[(2E,4E)-4-Methyl-2,4-Hexadienyl]Phosphonic Acid Diethyl Ester
CAS No.	104701-95-3
Molecular Formula	C11H21O3P
Molecular Weight	232.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl (2E,4E)-4-Methyl-2,4-hexadienylphosphonate; 4-Methyl-2,4-hexadienylphosphonic Acid Diethyl Ester; (E,E)-Diethyl 4-Methylhexa-2,4-dienylphosphonate; Diethyl 4-Methyl-2,4-hexadien-1-ylphosphonate; Phosphonic Acid, [(2E,4E)-4-Methyl-2,4-hexadienyl]-, Diethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our production of [(2E,4E)-4-Methyl-2,4-Hexadienyl]Phosphonic Acid Diethyl Ester adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for critical R&D and scale-up processes. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and GC to confirm identity, isomeric purity, and chemical integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider maintaining the product under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
(E,E)-Isomer Content (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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