Description

Benzyltriphenylphosphonium Dichromate is an organophosphonium salt complex of dichromate, widely recognized as a versatile and powerful oxidizing agent in synthetic organic chemistry. Its primary value lies in its ability to facilitate selective oxidation reactions under mild conditions, offering a solid, stable, and often more convenient alternative to other chromium(VI) reagents. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where precise and efficient oxidation steps are critical for synthesizing complex molecules.

Application

• Oxidation of Alcohols to Carbonyls: Efficiently converts primary and secondary alcohols to aldehydes and ketones, respectively, a fundamental transformation in organic synthesis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Used in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where controlled oxidation is required.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, fragrances, and dyes that require specific oxidation steps.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and reaction pathways.
• Dehydrogenation Reactions: Can be utilized for the dehydrogenation of certain heterocyclic compounds and saturated hydrocarbons.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyltriphenylphosphonium Dichromate
CAS No.	134863-27-7
Molecular Formula	C25H22Cr2O7P
Molecular Weight	580.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyltriphenylphosphonium Dichromate; Benzyltriphenylphosphonium Dichromate(VI); BTPPC; (Benzyl)triphenylphosphonium Dichromate; Benzyl(triphenyl)phosphonium Dichromate; Benzyltriphenylphosphonium Bichromate; BTPhPDC; Phosphonium, benzyltriphenyl-, dichromate(1-)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzyltriphenylphosphonium Dichromate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and industrial applications. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and conformance to established specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from moisture and direct light exposure to maintain stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to orange-red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0%
Chromium Content	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., DCM, DMF)

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