Description

(2-Methoxyphenyl)Methylphosphinic Acid CAS NO 63449-55-8 is a specialized organophosphorus compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a phosphinic acid group and a methoxyphenyl moiety, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This high-purity chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system or possessing specific receptor activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, insecticides, and plant growth regulators that require a phosphinic acid backbone.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating chiral ligands and metal-organic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of flame retardants, stabilizers for polymers, and specialty additives due to its phosphorus content.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design of enzyme inhibitors and molecular probes for studying biochemical pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Methoxyphenyl)Methylphosphinic Acid
CAS No.	63449-55-8
Molecular Formula	C8H11O3P
Molecular Weight	186.14 g/mol
Synonyms	o-Methoxyphenylmethylphosphinic Acid; (2-Methoxyphenyl)(methyl)phosphinic Acid; Methyl(2-methoxyphenyl)phosphinic Acid; 2-Methoxybenzenemethylphosphinic Acid; (o-Methoxyphenyl)methylphosphinic Acid; Phosphinic acid, P-methyl-, P-(2-methoxyphenyl)-; (2-Methoxy-phenyl)-methyl-phosphinic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of (2-Methoxyphenyl)Methylphosphinic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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