Description

4-Phenylbutylphosphonic Acid is a high-purity organophosphorus compound characterized by its phenylbutyl chain linked to a phosphonic acid group. This structure makes it a valuable specialty chemical intermediate and ligand for complex synthesis and catalysis. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and advanced functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand for Catalysis: Acts as a chelating agent or ligand in transition metal catalysis for organic transformations, including cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, coatings, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with tailored properties.
• Surface Modification Agent: Utilized to functionalize surfaces (e.g., metals, oxides) due to the strong binding affinity of the phosphonic acid group.
• Research & Development: A critical reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Phenylbutylphosphonic Acid
CAS No.	46348-61-2
Molecular Formula	C10H15O3P
Molecular Weight	214.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Phenylbutyl)phosphonic Acid; 4-Phenylbutanephosphonic Acid; 4-Phenyl-1-butylphosphonic Acid; γ-Phenylbutylphosphonic Acid; Phenylbutylphosphonic Acid; Phosphonic acid, P-(4-phenylbutyl)-; Benzenebutanephosphonic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Phenylbutylphosphonic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and titration, to ensure high chemical purity and lot-to-lot consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.