Description

(3-Methylbenzyl)Triphenylphosphonium Chloride is a versatile organophosphorus salt widely used as a key reagent in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a stable ylide precursor for Wittig olefination reactions, enabling the efficient synthesis of alkenes with high stereoselectivity. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries, where precise carbon-carbon double bond formation is critical.

Application

• Wittig Reaction Reagent: A fundamental precursor for generating stabilized ylides to synthesize substituted alkenes and complex organic molecules.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Used in the construction of key alkene-containing intermediates for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Production: Employed in the synthesis of specific insecticide and herbicide intermediates that require alkene functional groups.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for creating conjugated organic molecules used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Polymer Chemistry: Facilitates the introduction of vinyl groups into polymer backbones or side chains for material modification.
• Fine Chemical & Flavor/Fragrance Synthesis: Applied in the production of specific olefinic compounds used in specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3-Methylbenzyl)Triphenylphosphonium Chloride
CAS No.	63368-37-6
Molecular Formula	C26H24ClP
Molecular Weight	402.89 g/mol
Synonyms	m-Methylbenzyltriphenylphosphonium Chloride; (3-Methylbenzyl)triphenylphosphanium Chloride; (m-Tolylmethyl)triphenylphosphonium Chloride; 1-(Triphenylphosphonio)-3-methylmethylbenzene Chloride; Triphenyl(3-methylbenzyl)phosphonium Chloride; Phosphonium, (3-methylbenzyl)triphenyl-, chloride; P-((3-Methylphenyl)methyl)triphenylphosphonium Chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (3-Methylbenzyl)Triphenylphosphonium Chloride is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity suitable for synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the rigorous standards demanded by research and development as well as scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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

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