Description

(Diphenylphosphoryl)Acetonitrile is a versatile organophosphorus compound featuring a phosphoryl group and a reactive nitrile functionality. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and ligand precursor in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly those containing phosphorus-based bioactive moieties.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for the preparation of specialized phosphine and phosphine oxide ligands used in catalysis.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new herbicides, insecticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Used in the synthesis of flame retardants, stabilizers, and specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a reagent in Horner-Wadsworth-Emmons (HWE) olefination reactions and other carbon-carbon bond forming processes.
• Coordination Chemistry: Useful for modifying metal complexes due to its potential chelating properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Diphenylphosphoryl)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	23040-22-4
Molecular Formula	C14H12NOP
Molecular Weight	241.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Diphenylphosphinylacetonitrile; (Diphenylphosphinyl)acetonitrile; (Diphenylphosphoryl)ethanenitrile; Acetonitrile, (diphenylphosphinyl)-; 2-(Diphenylphosphoryl)acetonitrile; Phosphine oxide, P,P-diphenyl-, cyanomethyl deriv.; Cyanomethyl diphenylphosphine oxide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (Diphenylphosphoryl)Acetonitrile is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under a dry inert atmosphere to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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