Description

Didecylphosphine Oxide is a high-purity organophosphorus compound widely used as a key intermediate and extractant in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure provides excellent metal complexation properties, making it valuable for separation and purification processes. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the metallurgical, fine chemical, and catalyst development sectors seeking reliable, high-performance reagents.

Application

• Solvent Extraction Reagent: Primarily used as an extractant for the separation and purification of precious and rare earth metals, such as platinum, palladium, and lanthanides.
• Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Serves as a crucial ligand or precursor in the synthesis of homogeneous catalysts for organic transformations, including hydrogenation and cross-coupling reactions.
• Flotation Agent: Employed as a collector in the froth flotation process for the beneficiation of specific metal ores.
• Chemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of more complex organophosphorus compounds, including specialized surfactants and stabilizers.
• Analytical Chemistry: Functions as a complexing agent in analytical methods for the detection and quantification of metal ions.
• Polymer Additive: Can act as a stabilizer or processing aid in specialized polymer formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Didecylphosphine Oxide
CAS No.	74038-18-9
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₄₃OP
Molecular Weight	330.53 g/mol
Synonyms	Didecylphosphine Oxide; Di-n-decylphosphine Oxide; Didecyloxophosphane; Phosphine Oxide, Didecyl-; Bis(1-decyl)phosphine Oxide; DDPO; n-Decylphosphine Oxide, di-; Oxybis(didecylphosphane)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Didecylphosphine Oxide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity and key specifications is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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