Description

1,2-Bis(Dicyclohexylphosphinooxy)Ethane is a specialized organophosphorus ligand with the CAS number 74685-86-2. This compound is valued for its robust electron-donating properties and steric bulk, making it a critical component in advanced catalytic systems. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing and scaling up high-value synthetic transformations.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalysis: As a key ligand in transition metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Negishi).
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Enabling the synthesis of complex, chiral molecules in API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) development.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used in the creation of catalysts for enantioselective hydrogenation and other stereocontrolled reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry: A component in catalyst systems for olefin polymerization and other polymerizations.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Facilitating the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Material Science Research: For developing novel catalytic materials and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Bis(Dicyclohexylphosphinooxy)Ethane
CAS No.	74685-86-2
Molecular Formula	C26H48O2P2
Molecular Weight	454.60 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethane-1,2-diyl bis(dicyclohexylphosphinite); 1,2-Ethanediyl bis(dicyclohexylphosphinite); DCPE; Dicyclohexylphosphinite ethane derivative; Bis(dicyclohexylphosphino)oxyethane; (Dicyclohexylphosphoryloxy)ethane ligand; DCPOE; Contact for EINECS details.

Quality Control

Our production of 1,2-Bis(Dicyclohexylphosphinooxy)Ethane adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for sensitive catalytic applications. All materials are characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
31P NMR	Conforms
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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