Description

2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-dimethylethyl dichlorophosphite is a specialized organophosphorus compound that serves as a versatile reagent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key intermediate for constructing complex phosphorus-containing molecules and as a chlorinating or phosphorylating agent. This high-purity chemical is essential for research and development laboratories and industrial-scale production in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where precise molecular construction is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing phosphorus heterocycles or phosphate ester prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced insecticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage phosphorus chemistry for enhanced efficacy.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of specialized phosphite and phosphonite ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as a reactive intermediate to introduce phosphorus functional groups into polymer chains, modifying properties like flame retardancy or adhesion.
• Chemical Research Reagent: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new phosphorylation reactions and developing novel synthetic methodologies.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a key intermediate in the production of flame retardants, plasticizers, and other performance chemicals where phosphorus incorporation is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-dimethylethyl dichlorophosphite
CAS No.	39177-74-7
Molecular Formula	C4H6Cl5O2P
Molecular Weight	298.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Dichloro(2,2,2-trichloro-1,1-dimethylethoxy)phosphine; (2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-dimethylethyl) Phosphorodichloridite; Phosphorodichlorous Acid 2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-dimethylethyl Ester; 1,1-Dimethyl-2,2,2-trichloroethyl Dichlorophosphite; Neopentyl Trichloromethyl Dichlorophosphite; TCMP; Contact for additional trade names and abbreviations.
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Quality Control

Our production of 2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-dimethylethyl dichlorophosphite adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity and assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent decomposition. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 96.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Chloride Content	Contact for details

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