Description

(2-Naphthylmethyl)(Triphenyl)Phosphonium Bromide is a high-purity, organophosphonium salt widely utilized as a key reagent in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a versatile Wittig reagent for the stereoselective formation of alkenes, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where precise carbon-carbon bond formation is critical.

Application

• Wittig Olefination Reactions: A fundamental reagent for the synthesis of alkenes from carbonyl compounds, crucial for creating pharmaceutical intermediates and fine chemicals.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, improving yields and efficiency in industrial processes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Used in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules with defined stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand for Catalysis: Serves as a precursor for phosphine ligands used in transition metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Applied in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and functional polymers.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A staple reagent for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Naphthylmethyl)(Triphenyl)Phosphonium Bromide
CAS No.	35160-95-3
Molecular Formula	C29H24BrP
Molecular Weight	483.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Triphenyl(2-naphthylmethyl)phosphonium Bromide; (2-Naphthylmethyl)triphenylphosphonium Bromide; Naphthalen-2-ylmethyl(triphenyl)phosphonium Bromide; 2-Naphthylmethyltriphenylphosphonium Bromide; Phosphonium, (2-naphthylmethyl)triphenyl-, bromide; Phosphonium, (naphthalen-2-ylmethyl)triphenyl-, bromide; P-(2-Naphthylmethyl)triphenylphosphonium Bromide
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Quality Control

Our (2-Naphthylmethyl)(Triphenyl)Phosphonium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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 room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	258 - 262 °C
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.