Description

4-Phosphonophenylglycine is a specialized organophosphorus compound featuring a glycine moiety linked to a phosphonated phenyl ring, making it a valuable bifunctional molecule. Its unique structure provides both amino acid functionality and a phosphonic acid group, which is critical for applications requiring strong metal chelation and surface modification. This chemical is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing novel chelating agents, enzyme inhibitors, and functional monomers.

Application

• As a key intermediate in the synthesis of novel pharmaceutical candidates, particularly those targeting bone diseases or requiring metal-chelating properties.
• In agrochemical research for developing herbicides or plant growth regulators with systemic activity.
• As a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins with enhanced adhesion to mineral surfaces.
• In the formulation of advanced chelating agents and sequestrants for water treatment and industrial cleaning processes.
• As a biochemical research tool for studying enzyme inhibition, particularly for enzymes interacting with phosphonate or amino acid substrates.
• For surface modification and functionalization in material science, creating coatings with specific binding sites for metals or biomolecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Phosphonophenylglycine
CAS No.	120667-15-4
Molecular Formula	C8H10NO5P
Molecular Weight	231.14 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Phosphonophenyl)glycine; Glycine, N-(4-phosphonophenyl)-; 2-Amino-2-(4-phosphonophenyl)acetic acid; 4-Phosphono-DL-phenylglycine; p-Phosphonophenylglycine; DL-4-Phosphonophenylglycine; (4-Phosphono-phenyl)-glycine; Amino(4-phosphonophenyl)acetic acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-Phosphonophenylglycine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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