Description

sec-Butyldiphenylphosphine is a versatile organophosphorus ligand widely used in transition metal catalysis. This compound is valued for its ability to modulate the electronic and steric properties of metal centers, thereby influencing reaction rates and selectivity. It is a critical reagent for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, particularly for cross-coupling reactions and hydrogenation processes.

Application

• As a ligand in homogeneous catalysis for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Negishi).
• Critical component in asymmetric synthesis for the production of chiral pharmaceutical intermediates.
• Used in hydroformylation and hydrogenation catalysts for fine chemical manufacturing.
• Employed in polymerization catalysts for the synthesis of specialty polymers and elastomers.
• Acts as a precursor for more complex phosphine ligands and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Facilitates academic and industrial R&D in novel catalytic processes and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	sec-Butyldiphenylphosphine
CAS No.	7650-79-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₉P
Molecular Weight	242.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Diplenyl(sec-butyl)phosphine; (1-Methylpropyl)diphenylphosphine; sec-Butyl(diphenyl)phosphine; P-(sec-Butyl)diphenylphosphine; Diphenylphosphino-sec-butane; sec-C4H9PPh2
EINECS	231-616-8

Quality Control

Our sec-Butyldiphenylphosphine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, GC, and HPLC, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee reliable performance in your catalytic applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This product is easily oxidized and moisture-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 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.