Description

Propane-1-Phosphonic Acid is a versatile organophosphorus compound that serves as a key building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its phosphonic acid functional group makes it valuable for creating chelating agents, scale inhibitors, and functional materials. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the water treatment, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Water Treatment Chemicals: Acts as a precursor for high-performance scale and corrosion inhibitors in industrial cooling and boiler water systems.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of bisphosphonate drugs and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) targeting bone metabolism.
• Metal Chelation & Sequestration: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing chelating agents used in detergent formulations, textile processing, and metal cleaning.
• Functional Material Synthesis: A key monomer or modifier in the production of flame retardants, ion-exchange resins, and adhesion promoters.
• Agricultural Chemicals: Employed in the research and development of novel herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Laboratory Research & Development: Used as a standard or reagent in academic and industrial R&D for studying phosphonate chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Propane-1-Phosphonic Acid
CAS No.	4672-38-2
Molecular Formula	C3H9O3P
Molecular Weight	124.08 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Phosphonopropane; Propylphosphonic Acid; 3-Phosphonopropionic Acid (tautomer); Monopropylphosphonic Acid; Propanephosphonic Acid; NSC 2661; Phosphonic acid, P-propyl-
EINECS	225-121-5

Quality Control

Our Propane-1-Phosphonic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and physical properties. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and traceable raw materials.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0 %
Melting Point	Contact for details

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