Description

1-Octylphosphonic Dichloride is a high-purity organophosphorus reagent, specifically an alkylphosphonic acid dichloride, essential for introducing the octylphosphonate moiety into complex molecules. Its primary value lies in its high reactivity as a key intermediate for synthesizing specialized ligands, surface modifiers, and flame retardants. This compound is critically needed by R&D chemists and production specialists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for constructing phosphonate-based architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel bioactive molecules and prodrugs containing phosphonate groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced activity.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized phosphonate ligands used in metal catalysis and extraction processes.
• Surface Modification Agent: Employed to functionalize metal oxides, nanoparticles, and other surfaces to alter wettability, adhesion, or corrosion resistance.
• Flame Retardant Synthon: An intermediate in the synthesis of organophosphorus flame retardants and plasticizers for polymers.
• Research & Development: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organophosphorus chemistry and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Octylphosphonic Dichloride
CAS No.	3095-94-1
Molecular Formula	C₈H₁₇Cl₂OP
Molecular Weight	231.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Octylphosphonic Dichloride; n-Octylphosphonic Dichloride; Dichloro(octyl)phosphine Oxide; Octanephosphonyl Dichloride; 1-Octanephosphonic Acid Dichloride; ODPD; OPDC; Phosphonic acid, octyl-, dichloride
EINECS	221-444-6

Quality Control

Our 1-Octylphosphonic Dichloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets stringent purity and identity specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent hydrolysis. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC or Titration)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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