Description

Dibutylphenylphosphine is a versatile organophosphorus compound widely used as a ligand in transition metal catalysis. Its primary value lies in its ability to facilitate key chemical transformations, offering a balance of steric bulk and electron-donating properties. This makes it a critical reagent for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors, particularly for cross-coupling reactions and hydroformylation processes.

Application

• Catalytic Ligand in Cross-Coupling Reactions: A key component in palladium-catalyzed reactions such as Suzuki, Heck, and Stille couplings for constructing complex organic molecules.
• Hydroformylation Catalyst Component: Used as a ligand in rhodium or cobalt-catalyzed hydroformylation to convert alkenes into aldehydes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Facilitates the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a catalyst or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a fundamental research chemical for developing new catalytic systems and methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dibutylphenylphosphine
CAS No.	6372-44-7
Molecular Formula	C14H23P
Molecular Weight	222.31 g/mol
Synonyms	Butylphenylphosphine; Phenyl Dibutylphosphine; Dibutyl(phenyl)phosphine; (Phenyl)dibutylphosphine; NSC 66493; Phosphine, dibutylphenyl-; Phosphine, phenyl dibutyl-
EINECS	228-915-6

Quality Control

Our Dibutylphenylphosphine is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and titration methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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