Description

(4-Phenylbutyl)Phosphinic Acid is a specialized organophosphorus compound featuring a phenylbutyl chain linked to a phosphinic acid functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and fine chemicals, particularly in the development of flame retardants, ligands for metal catalysis, and pharmaceutical building blocks. It is essential for research and industrial chemists working in polymer science, agrochemical formulation, and medicinal chemistry who require high-purity, structurally defined phosphinic acid derivatives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Flame Retardant Synthon: Used as a precursor in the production of phosphorus-based flame retardants for polymers and textiles.
• Ligand for Catalysis: Functions as a chelating agent or ligand precursor in transition metal catalysis for organic synthesis.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Incorporated into specialty polymers and coatings to modify physical and chemical properties.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D exploring new organophosphorus chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Phenylbutyl)Phosphinic Acid
CAS No.	86552-32-1
Molecular Formula	C10H15O2P
Molecular Weight	198.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Phenylbutylphosphinic Acid; γ-Phenylbutylphosphinic Acid; (4-Phenylbutyl)phosphonic acid (common misnomer); Phenylbutylphosphinic Acid; 86552-32-1; (4-Phenyl-butyl)-phosphinic acid; Phosphinic acid, P-(4-phenylbutyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4-Phenylbutyl)Phosphinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if possible to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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