Description

Triphenylmethyl Triphenylphosphonium Chloride is a versatile organophosphonium salt widely used as a key reagent in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a stable ylide precursor for the Wittig reaction, enabling the efficient synthesis of alkenes from carbonyl compounds. This high-purity reagent is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where precise and reliable carbon-carbon bond formation is critical.

Application

• Wittig Olefination Reagent: A fundamental reagent for the synthesis of alkenes, particularly for constructing complex, multi-substituted double bonds in natural products and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Used in the production of key intermediates for drug discovery and development, especially for creating sterically hindered olefins.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of certain pesticide and herbicide molecules that require specific alkene functionalities.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block in the development of novel organic materials, including liquid crystals and polymers with tailored properties.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Acts as a precursor for phosphine ligands or other organophosphorus compounds used in catalysis.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A staple reagent for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triphenylmethyl Triphenylphosphonium Chloride
CAS No.	48234-64-6
Molecular Formula	C37H30ClP
Molecular Weight	540.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Triphenylmethyltriphenylphosphonium Chloride; Trityltriphenylphosphonium Chloride; (Triphenylphosphoranylidene)triphenylmethane Chloride; Chlorotriphenyl(triphenylmethyl)phosphonium; Phosphonium, triphenylmethyltriphenyl-, chloride; Benzene, 1,1',1''-methylidynetris-, ion(1+), compd. with triphenylphosphine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Triphenylmethyl Triphenylphosphonium Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical R&D and production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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