Description

Tridodecylphosphine is a high-purity tertiary phosphine ligand, widely recognized for its role in advanced catalytic processes. Its value lies in its ability to act as a highly effective ligand in transition metal catalysis, facilitating critical reactions in fine chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to optimize cross-coupling and hydrogenation reactions.

Application

• As a versatile ligand in homogeneous catalysis for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Sonogashira).
• Critical component in hydroformylation and hydrogenation catalysts for the synthesis of fine chemicals and pharmaceutical intermediates.
• Used in the development of olefin polymerization catalysts for producing specialized polyolefins.
• Employed in organic synthesis research for constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Acts as a stabilizing agent for metal nanoparticles and colloidal suspensions.
• Potential use as a precursor for the synthesis of other phosphonium salts and functionalized phosphines.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tridodecylphosphine
CAS No.	6411-24-1
Molecular Formula	C₃₆H₇₅P
Molecular Weight	538.96 g/mol
Synonyms	Tri-n-dodecylphosphine; Phosphine, tridodecyl-; Laurylphosphine; Tris(dodecyl)phosphine; TDP; n-Dodecylphosphine; Tri-laurylphosphine; Tris(1-dodecyl)phosphine
EINECS	229-124-8

Quality Control

Our Tridodecylphosphine is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, GC, and elemental analysis, to confirm identity and assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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