Description

2-Hydroxyethyl 3-(Hydroxymethylphosphinoyl)Propionate is a high-purity organophosphorus compound with a unique bifunctional structure, combining a phosphinate group with hydroxyl and ester functionalities. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and specialty chemicals, offering reactivity at multiple sites for tailored modifications. It is particularly sought after by R&D and production teams in the polymer, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical sectors for developing flame retardants, functional monomers, and bioactive molecules.

Application

• Flame Retardant Synthon: A key phosphorus-containing intermediate for synthesizing novel, halogen-free flame retardants used in epoxy resins, polyurethanes, and engineering plastics.
• Functional Monomer: Used in the production of specialty polymers and coatings to impart properties like adhesion promotion, hydrophilicity, or metal chelation.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of potential bioactive molecules and prodrugs due to its phosphinate ester group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and development of new herbicides, plant growth regulators, or other crop protection agents.
• Crosslinking Agent: Utilized in formulations for thermosetting resins, where its multiple reactive sites can contribute to network formation.
• Ligand and Chelator Precursor: Acts as a starting material for creating complexing agents used in metal extraction, catalysis, or water treatment processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxyethyl 3-(Hydroxymethylphosphinoyl)Propionate
CAS No.	68334-62-3
Molecular Formula	C7H15O6P
Molecular Weight	226.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxyethyl 3-(hydroxymethylphosphinyl)propanoate; 3-(Hydroxymethylphosphinoyl)propionic Acid 2-Hydroxyethyl Ester; Ethylene Glycol Monol [3-(Hydroxymethylphosphinoyl)propionate]; HEPHP; Bis(hydroxyethyl) phosphinoylpropionate (common misnomer); 2-Hydroxyethyl ester of 3-(hydroxymethylphosphinoyl)propionic acid; [3-(Hydroxymethyl-phosphinoyl)-propionic acid]-2-hydroxyethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxyethyl 3-(Hydroxymethylphosphinoyl)Propionate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available for all commercial and research quantities to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Phosphorus Content	Contact for details
Specific Gravity (20°C)	~1.25

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