Description

Methoxy Carbonyl Phosphonic Acid is a versatile organophosphorus compound that serves as a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a phosphonic acid and a methoxycarbonyl group, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting bone-related disorders and as enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and plant growth regulators, where the phosphonate moiety is key to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating chelating ligands and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) used in catalysis and material science.
• Flame Retardant Formulations: Incorporated as a reactive component in the synthesis of phosphorus-based flame retardants for polymers and textiles.
• 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 valuable tool for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and material science for exploring new molecular entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methoxy Carbonyl Phosphonic Acid
CAS No.	55920-68-8
Molecular Formula	C3H7O5P
Molecular Weight	154.06 g/mol
Synonyms	(Methoxycarbonyl)phosphonic acid; Carbonylmethoxyphosphonic acid; Phosphonoacetic acid methyl ester; Methyl (hydroxyphosphinyl)formate; Methyl phosphonoformate; Methoxycarbonylphosphonate; Methyl P,P-dihydroxyphosphinylformate; Methyl ester of phosphonoformic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methoxy Carbonyl Phosphonic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, NMR for structural confirmation, and Karl Fischer titration for moisture content. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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