Description

(3,5-Dimethylbenzyl)Triphenylphosphonium Chloride is a high-purity, specialty phosphonium salt widely used as a key reagent in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a versatile ylide precursor for Wittig olefination reactions, enabling the efficient construction of carbon-carbon double bonds. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-quality building blocks for complex molecule development.

Application

• Wittig Reaction Reagent: A crucial precursor for generating stabilized ylides to synthesize alkenes, including those with electron-withdrawing groups.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Used in the construction of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing specific olefinic segments.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of advanced pesticide and herbicide molecules that require specific alkene functionalities.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing phosphine-based ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Advanced Material Research: Applied in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers where controlled alkene incorporation is critical.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in custom synthesis and scale-up processes for specialty chemicals across multiple industries.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(3,5-Dimethylbenzyl)Triphenylphosphonium Chloride
CAS No.	226712-43-2
Molecular Formula	C27H26ClP
Molecular Weight	416.92 g/mol
Synonyms	(3,5-Dimethylbenzyl)triphenylphosphonium chloride; (3,5-Dimethylbenzyl)(triphenyl)phosphonium chloride; 3,5-Dimethylbenzyltriphenylphosphonium chloride; Phosphonium, (3,5-dimethylbenzyl)triphenyl-, chloride; Triphenyl(3,5-dimethylbenzyl)phosphonium chloride; Wittig Reagent precursor; (3,5-Xylylmethyl)triphenylphosphonium chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (3,5-Dimethylbenzyl)Triphenylphosphonium Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are provided with every shipment.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccant.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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