Description

Phosphonic Acid, [(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)Phenylmethyl]-, Diethyl Ester is a specialized organophosphorus compound that serves as a versatile intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring a phosphonic acid diethyl ester group linked to a substituted diphenylmethane core, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its phosphonate moiety.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a sophisticated intermediate for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in molecules requiring a phosphonate ester functional group.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized phosphonate-based ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal complexation.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers, flame retardants, and surface modification agents.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new reaction pathways and creating libraries of compounds for screening in various industries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phosphonic Acid, [(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)Phenylmethyl]-, Diethyl Ester
CAS No.	159946-82-4
Molecular Formula	C19H25O3P
Molecular Weight	332.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl [(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)Phenylmethyl]phosphonate; [(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)(Phenyl)Methyl]Phosphonic Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl (3,4-Dimethylbenzhydryl)phosphonate; Phosphonic Acid, P-[(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)Phenylmethyl]-, Diethyl Ester; Benzhydrylphosphonic Acid Diethyl Ester Derivative
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Quality Control

Every batch of Phosphonic Acid, [(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)Phenylmethyl]-, Diethyl Ester is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail purity, identity, and impurity profiles, typically determined by techniques such as HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Our commitment to supply chain integrity and batch-to-batch reproducibility meets the stringent requirements of industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.