Description

Methyl 2-Diphenylphosphino-1-N CAS NO 178176-78-8 is a specialized organophosphorus ligand, a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to coordinate with transition metals, forming highly active and selective catalysts crucial for modern industrial processes. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors who require precise control over asymmetric reactions and cross-coupling methodologies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: As a chiral ligand in asymmetric hydrogenation and cross-coupling reactions for producing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used in the catalytic synthesis of complex, biologically active molecules for crop protection agents.
• Fine Chemical Production: Enables key carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bond formations in the synthesis of specialty chemicals and flavors/fragrances.
• Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor or ligand component in the design of novel homogeneous catalysts for academic and industrial R&D.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or phosphine-containing polymers with specialized properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Diphenylphosphino-1-N
CAS No.	178176-78-8
Molecular Formula	C19H17NP
Molecular Weight	290.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Diphenylphosphino)-1-methyl-1H-imidazole; 1-Methyl-2-(diphenylphosphino)-1H-imidazole; Methyl-2-diphenylphosphinoimidazole; 1-Methyl-2-(diphenylphosphanyl)-1H-imidazole; 1H-Imidazole, 1-methyl-2-(diphenylphosphino)-; L1M2P; MePPh2Im
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 2-Diphenylphosphino-1-N adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for sensitive catalytic applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
1H NMR / 31P NMR	Conforms to structure
Melting Point	Contact for details

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