Description

3,4-Dihydroxybutyl-1-Phosphonic Acid is an organophosphorus compound featuring both phosphonic acid and vicinal diol functional groups. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate and chelating agent for synthesizing complex molecules and formulations. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring precise molecular modification or metal ion control.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting bone metabolism or requiring phosphonate-based bioisosteres.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for producing advanced herbicides, plant growth regulators, and fungicides with systemic activity.
• Scale & Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Acts as an effective chelating agent and threshold inhibitor in industrial water treatment systems for boilers and cooling towers.
• Metal Surface Treatment: Employed in metal cleaning and plating baths to complex metal ions, improving surface finish and preventing undesirable precipitation.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce phosphonate groups into polymers, enhancing flame retardancy, adhesion to mineral surfaces, or metal-binding capacity.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic and medicinal chemistry research for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dihydroxybutyl-1-Phosphonic Acid
CAS No.	37636-10-5
Molecular Formula	C4H11O5P
Molecular Weight	170.10 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hydroxy-3,4-dihydroxybutylphosphonic Acid; (3,4-Dihydroxybutyl)phosphonic Acid; 3,4-Dihydroxybutanephosphonic Acid; DHBPA; Butane-1,2-diol-4-phosphonic Acid; 4-Phosphonobutane-1,2-diol
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Quality Control

Our production of 3,4-Dihydroxybutyl-1-Phosphonic Acid adheres to stringent in-process controls and final product testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified against established internal specifications, which typically include assay, identification, and impurity profile analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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