Description

4-(Diethoxyphosphinylmethyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity organophosphorus compound that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its unique benzoic acid core functionalized with a phosphonate ester group makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This product is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with phosphonate functionalities.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in organometallic chemistry to develop new phosphine-based ligands for catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Intermediate for synthesizing specialty polymers, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), or surface-modifying agents.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design of activity-based probes for studying biological pathways involving carboxylate or phosphate metabolism.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Diethoxyphosphinylmethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	28149-48-6
Molecular Formula	C12H17O5P
Molecular Weight	272.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzoic acid, 4-[(diethoxyphosphinyl)methyl]-; 4-(Diethoxyphosphorylmethyl)benzoic acid; [4-(Carboxyphenyl)methyl]phosphonic acid diethyl ester; Diethyl (4-carboxybenzyl)phosphonate; 4-Carboxybenzylphosphonic acid diethyl ester; (4-Carboxybenzyl)phosphonic acid diethyl ester; Diethyl P-[(4-carboxyphenyl)methyl]phosphonate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-(Diethoxyphosphinylmethyl)Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting research and industrial-grade specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under dry conditions to prevent product degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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