Description

Hexyltriphenylphosphonium Iodide is a versatile quaternary phosphonium salt with significant utility as a phase-transfer catalyst and a key reagent in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, enhancing reaction rates and yields under mild conditions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for applications involving alkylation, polymerization, and the synthesis of complex organic molecules.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Widely employed to accelerate reactions in multi-phase systems, such as nucleophilic substitutions and esterifications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Used as a catalyst or initiator in the polymerization of specific monomers and in the production of specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Facilitates key transformations including Wittig-type reactions, ylide formation, and carbon-carbon bond formations.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Applied in the synthesis of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in the development of ionic liquids, electrolytes, and advanced functional materials.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex colorants and photographic chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexyltriphenylphosphonium Iodide
CAS No.	60106-53-8
Molecular Formula	C24H28IP
Molecular Weight	474.36 g/mol
Synonyms	n-Hexyltriphenylphosphonium Iodide; Triphenylhexylphosphonium Iodide; Hexyltriphenylphosphonium Iodide; Phosphonium, hexyltriphenyl-, iodide (1:1); 1-Hexyltriphenylphosphonium Iodide; n-C6H13PPh3I; PPN-I (common abbreviation for phosphonium salts)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hexyltriphenylphosphonium Iodide is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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