Description

Bis(2-Diphenylphosphino)Ethyl Ether is a versatile bidentate phosphine ligand with a flexible ether backbone, prized for its ability to modulate the electronic and steric properties of transition metal catalysts. This compound is essential for facilitating challenging cross-coupling and hydrogenation reactions in fine chemical synthesis. It is a critical reagent for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to optimize catalytic performance and selectivity.

Application

• As a ligand in homogeneous catalysis for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Sonogashira).
• Key component in catalyst systems for asymmetric hydrogenation of olefins and ketones in pharmaceutical intermediates.
• Used in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced materials via metal-mediated polymerization.
• Employed in organometallic chemistry research for constructing novel metal complexes.
• Facilitates C-H activation and functionalization reactions for complex molecule construction.
• Applied in the development of catalytic systems for fine chemical and agrochemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(2-Diphenylphosphino)Ethyl Ether
CAS No.	50595-38-5
Molecular Formula	C28H28OP2
Molecular Weight	434.47 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Bis(diphenylphosphino)ethoxyethane; DPEphos; (Ethylenedioxy)bis(diphenylphosphine); Bis[(2-diphenylphosphino)ethyl] ether; 1,1'-(Ethylenedioxy)bis(1,1-diphenylphosphine); Ether, bis(2-diphenylphosphinoethyl); 50595-38-5; NSC 168088
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Quality Control

Every batch of Bis(2-Diphenylphosphino)Ethyl Ether is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, the container should be purged with inert gas before resealing after each use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	118 - 122 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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