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Diethyl cyanomethylphosphonate
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Diethyl cyanomethylphosphonate is a phosphonate ester used in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of phosphorus-containing compounds and as a reagent in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a molecular formula of C6H12NO3P, a molecular weight of 177.14 g/mol, and is stable at ambient temperature. It is classified as a hazardous substance with a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies Diethyl cyanomethylphosphonate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — $112.10 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless oily liquid |
| Water | <0.5% |
| Assay | >98% |
| Acid number | <0.5mg/KOH |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 113 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 64731379 |
| CAS Number | 2537-48-6 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-diethoxyphosphorylacetonitrile |
| EC Number | 219-806-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H12NO3P |
| Molecular Weight | 177.14 |
| Exact Mass | 177.0555 |
| SMILES | CCOP(=O)(CC#N)OCC |
| InChIKey | KWMBADTWRIGGGG-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H12NO3P/c1-3-9-11(8,6-5-7)10-4-2/h3-4,6H2,1-2H3 |
| PubChem CID | 75676 |
| UN Number | UN3278 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2931.49.0080 |
| Tariff Code | 2931498090 |
Safety & GHS
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H301 + H311 Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H330 Fatal if inhaled
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+312 IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (Cyanomethyl)diethoxyphosphine oxide
- (Diethylphosphono)acetonitrile
- 2-(diethoxycarbonyl)ethanenitrile
- 2-(Diethylphosphonyl)acetonitrile
- 2-diethoxyphosphorylacetonitrile
- Cyanomethanephosphonic acid, diethyl ester
- Cyanomethylphosphonic acid diethyl ester
- Diethyl cyanomethanephosphonate
- Phosphonic acid, (cyanomethyl)-, diethyl ester
Frequently asked questions
What is diethyl cyanomethylphosphonate used for?
It is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of phosphonate derivatives and in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C6H12NO3P with a molecular weight of 177.14 g/mol.
How should diethyl cyanomethylphosphonate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade is available?
Available in technical grade; custom purity options may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply it in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply diethyl cyanomethylphosphonate in bulk quantities; please contact sales for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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