Description

Diethyl 2-Diethoxyphosphorylbutanedioate is a high-purity organophosphorus compound, also known as tetraethyl 2-phosphonobutane-1,2,4-tricarboxylate, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its versatile reactivity, particularly as a key building block in the synthesis of complex molecules and functional materials. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing phosphonate or complex carboxylic acid ester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, plant growth regulators, and other crop protection agents where its phosphonate group imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for the development of novel organophosphorus ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal complexation.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce phosphonate groups into polymer backbones, enhancing flame retardancy or metal-chelating properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D settings, especially in medicinal chemistry.
• Specialty Material Production: Used in the synthesis of advanced materials, such as scale inhibitors for water treatment or functional additives for coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyl 2-Diethoxyphosphorylbutanedioate
CAS No.	7071-15-0
Molecular Formula	C12H23O8P
Molecular Weight	326.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetraethyl 2-phosphonobutane-1,2,4-tricarboxylate; Diethyl (diethoxyphosphinyl)succinate; 2-(Diethoxyphosphinyl)butanedioic acid diethyl ester; Diethyl (diethoxyphosphoryl)succinate; Butanedioic acid, 2-(diethoxyphosphinyl)-, diethyl ester; Phosphonobutanetricarboxylic acid tetraethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Diethyl 2-Diethoxyphosphorylbutanedioate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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