Description

[(4-Octylphenyl)Methyl]Triphenylphosphonium Bromide is a specialized quaternary phosphonium salt with significant utility as a phase-transfer catalyst and a versatile reagent in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to facilitate reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, enhancing reaction rates and yields under mild conditions. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require efficient and selective synthetic methodologies.

Application

• As a phase-transfer catalyst (PTC) for alkylation, esterification, and oxidation reactions in biphasic systems.
• Key reagent in the Wittig reaction for the synthesis of alkenes, particularly useful for creating complex olefins.
• Intermediate in the preparation of functionalized polymers and specialty materials.
• Used in pharmaceutical research for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Catalyst in fine chemical and agrochemical manufacturing processes.
• Facilitates nucleophilic substitution reactions under mild conditions.
• Employed in academic and industrial R&D for method development and scale-up studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	[(4-Octylphenyl)Methyl]Triphenylphosphonium Bromide
CAS No.	95902-62-8
Molecular Formula	C₃₃H₃₈BrP
Molecular Weight	545.53 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Octylbenzyl)triphenylphosphonium bromide; (p-Octylbenzyl)triphenylphosphonium bromide; 1-(4-Octylphenyl)methyl-triphenylphosphonium bromide; Triphenyl[(4-octylphenyl)methyl]phosphonium bromide; Phosphonium, [(4-octylphenyl)methyl]triphenyl-, bromide; P-(4-Octylbenzyl)triphenylphosphonium bromide
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Quality Control

Our [(4-Octylphenyl)Methyl]Triphenylphosphonium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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