Description

Diethylphosphonobutanoic Acid is a high-purity organophosphorus compound serving as a versatile synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its unique phosphonate ester functionality, which is critical for constructing complex molecules in advanced chemical synthesis. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and novel materials. We supply this compound with a focus on batch-to-batch consistency and reliable global delivery to support your R&D and production scale-up needs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring phosphonate or bisphosphonate moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, plant growth regulators, and other crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for phosphonate-based ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal complexation.
• Material Science: Intermediate in the creation of flame retardants, specialty polymers, and surface modification agents.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in Horner-Wadsworth-Emmons (HWE) olefination reactions and other carbon-carbon bond-forming processes in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethylphosphonobutanoic Acid
CAS No.	38694-48-3
Molecular Formula	C8H17O4P
Molecular Weight	208.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl (3-carboxypropyl)phosphonate; 4-(Diethoxyphosphoryl)butanoic Acid; Butanoic acid, 4-(diethoxyphosphinyl)-; Diethyl 4-carboxybutylphosphonate; 3-Carboxypropyldiethyl phosphonate; Phosphonic acid, (3-carboxypropyl)-, diethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Diethylphosphonobutanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, appearance, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider holding under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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