Description

1,4-Bis(Dimethylphosphino)Butane is a high-purity, bidentate phosphine ligand with significant utility in organometallic chemistry and catalysis. Its primary value lies in its ability to coordinate with transition metals, forming stable complexes that are crucial for facilitating a wide range of chemical transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require precise and efficient catalytic systems.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalysis: A key ligand in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Sonogashira) for C-C and C-X bond formation.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymerization Catalysts: Serves as a co-catalyst or ligand in olefin polymerization and other polymer synthesis processes.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Material Science: Facilitates the creation of novel organometallic frameworks and functional materials.
• Hydroformylation & Hydrogenation: Acts as a ligand in catalytic processes for the functionalization of olefins.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Bis(Dimethylphosphino)Butane
CAS No.	200194-52-1
Molecular Formula	C10H26P2
Molecular Weight	208.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Bis(dimethylphosphino)butane; DMPB; Butane-1,4-diylbis(dimethylphosphine); 1,4-Bis(dimethylphosphanyl)butane; Tetramethyl-1,4-diphosphinobutane; DMPB Ligand; 1,4-Di(dimethylphosphino)butane; DMDPB
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Quality Control

Our 1,4-Bis(Dimethylphosphino)Butane is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, GC, and HPLC analysis, to verify identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Handle and store away from strong oxidizers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 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.