Description

Diethyl (2-Iodobutyl)Phosphonate is a valuable organophosphorus compound characterized by its reactive iodine and phosphonate ester functional groups. This unique structure makes it a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the construction of complex molecules. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing phosphorus or requiring carbon chain extension via the iodine moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, insecticides, and plant growth regulators where the phosphonate group imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized phosphonate-based ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of flame retardants, plasticizers, and other functional additives for polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in Horner-Wadsworth-Emmons (HWE) olefination reactions and other carbon-carbon bond forming transformations to introduce alkene functionalities.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a versatile intermediate for creating labeled compounds or probes for studying biochemical pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyl (2-Iodobutyl)Phosphonate
CAS No.	125331-01-3
Molecular Formula	C8H18IO3P
Molecular Weight	320.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl (2-Iodobutyl)Phosphonate; (2-Iodobutyl)phosphonic Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl 2-Iodobutylphosphonate; Diethyl (2-Iodobutyl)Phosphonate; Butylphosphonic Acid, 2-Iodo-, Diethyl Ester; Phosphonic Acid, (2-Iodobutyl)-, Diethyl Ester; Diethyl (2-Iodobutyl)Phosphonate CAS 125331-01-3
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Quality Control

Our Diethyl (2-Iodobutyl)Phosphonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and GC analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability to minimize degradation. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption.

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.