Description

[2-(Benzyloxy)Ethyl]Phosphonic Acid is a specialized organophosphorus compound that serves as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a phosphonic acid group and a benzyl-protected ether linkage, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating functional materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This chemical is particularly sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries who require high-purity intermediates for complex synthesis pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting bone diseases or requiring phosphonate-based bioisosteres.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor for developing new-generation herbicides, plant growth regulators, and fungicides with enhanced activity.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis, metal extraction, and water treatment processes.
• Surface Modification Agent: Employed to functionalize surfaces (e.g., metals, oxides) by forming stable phosphonate monolayers for corrosion inhibition or biocompatibility enhancement.
• Polymer Additive & Monomer: Incorporated into polymer chains to impart flame retardancy, improve adhesion to substrates, or modify material surface properties.
• Research & Development: A crucial reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reactions in organophosphorus chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	[2-(Benzyloxy)Ethyl]Phosphonic Acid
CAS No.	62868-08-0
Molecular Formula	C9H13O4P
Molecular Weight	216.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Benzyloxyethyl)phosphonic Acid; 2-(Benzyloxy)ethanephosphonic Acid; Benzyl 2-phosphonoethyl Ether; Phosphonic acid, P-[2-(phenylmethoxy)ethyl]-; O-Benzyl-2-hydroxyethylphosphonic Acid; BEPhA; BnOEtPA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of [2-(Benzyloxy)Ethyl]Phosphonic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing to ensure compliance with customer specifications and high-purity standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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