Description

Triethyl 2-Chloro-2-Phosphonoacetate is a high-purity organophosphorus compound that serves as a versatile synthetic intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring both phosphonate and chloroacetate functional groups, makes it a critical reagent for constructing complex molecules. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with phosphonate-based bioisosteres.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, plant growth regulators, and other crop protection agents.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for Horner-Wadsworth-Emmons (HWE) olefination reactions and other carbon-carbon bond-forming processes in organic synthesis.
• Ligand & Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of specialized phosphonate ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Specialty Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce phosphonate functional groups into polymers, enhancing properties like flame retardancy or metal chelation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triethyl 2-Chloro-2-Phosphonoacetate
CAS No.	7071-12-7
Molecular Formula	C8H16ClO5P
Molecular Weight	258.64 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-2-phosphonoacetic Acid Triethyl Ester; Triethyl Chlorophosphonoacetate; (Triethoxyphosphinyl)chloroacetic Acid Ester; Diethyl (Chloroacetyl)phosphonate; Acetic acid, 2-chloro-2-phosphono-, triethyl ester; Phosphonoacetic acid, 2-chloro-, triethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Triethyl 2-Chloro-2-Phosphonoacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment 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). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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