Description

Ethoxycarbonylmethyl-Triethyl-Phosphanium Bromide is a specialized phosphonium salt used as a key reagent in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a stabilized ylide precursor for Wittig and related olefination reactions, enabling the efficient construction of complex alkenes and natural product intermediates. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-performance building blocks.

Application

• Wittig Reaction Reagent: A crucial precursor for generating stabilized ylides to synthesize α,β-unsaturated esters with high (E)-selectivity.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Used in the construction of olefinic segments found in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of complex molecules for crop protection agents and specialty herbicides.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for creating functionalized polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Fine Chemical Production: Facilitates the synthesis of flavor, fragrance, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethoxycarbonylmethyl-Triethyl-Phosphanium Bromide
CAS No.	32348-62-2
Molecular Formula	C10H22BrO2P
Molecular Weight	285.16 g/mol
Synonyms	(Carbethoxymethyl)triphenylphosphonium bromide; (Ethoxycarbonylmethyl)triphenylphosphonium bromide; Carbethoxymethyltriphenylphosphonium bromide; Ethyl (triphenylphosphoranylidene)acetate bromide salt; Wittig reagent precursor; Triethyl(ethoxycarbonylmethyl)phosphonium bromide; PPN-ester bromide salt
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Quality Control

Our Ethoxycarbonylmethyl-Triethyl-Phosphanium Bromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and titration methods, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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