Description

[Methyl(1-Methylethyl)Cyclohexyl]Di-2-Propenylphosphine is a specialized organophosphorus compound characterized by its sterically demanding, electron-rich phosphine ligand structure. This compound matters for its critical role as a high-performance ligand in homogeneous catalysis, enabling highly selective and efficient transition metal-catalyzed reactions. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications such as cross-coupling, hydrogenation, and hydroformylation.

Application

• As a ligand in homogeneous catalysis for transition metals like palladium, rhodium, and platinum.
• Enabling asymmetric synthesis in the production of chiral active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Facilitating challenging C-C and C-X cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Buchwald-Hartwig).
• Use in olefin metathesis and hydroformylation catalysts for polymer and fine chemical synthesis.
• Application in academic and industrial R&D for developing novel catalytic processes.
• Potential use in the synthesis of electronic materials and OLED precursors.

Basic Information

Product Name	[Methyl(1-Methylethyl)Cyclohexyl]Di-2-Propenylphosphine
CAS No.	74710-01-3
Molecular Formula	C16H29P
Molecular Weight	252.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Di-2-Propenyl[methyl(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl]phosphine; (Isopropylmethylcyclohexyl)bis(allyl)phosphine; Allyl(2-isopropyl-6-methylcyclohexyl)phosphine; Di(allyl)(2-isopropyl-6-methylcyclohexyl)phosphine; (2-Isopropyl-6-methylcyclohexyl)di(prop-2-en-1-yl)phosphane; Sterically Hindered Trialkylphosphine Ligand; Specialty Phosphine Ligand CAS 74710-01-3
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Quality Control

Our production of [Methyl(1-Methylethyl)Cyclohexyl]Di-2-Propenylphosphine adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high ligand purity, which is critical for catalytic performance. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including NMR, GC, and HPLC to verify identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, the container should be purged with inert gas after each opening to maintain stability and shelf life.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
1H NMR	Conforms
31P NMR	Conforms
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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