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Methoxymethyltriphenylphosphonium chloride

SKU 16747000 CAS 4009-98-7 CH3OCH2P(C6H5)3Cl MW 342.80 In stock Bulk quantities on request

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Methoxymethyltriphenylphosphonium chloride is a phosphonium salt used in organic synthesis, particularly in the formation of ylides for Wittig-type reactions. It is a white to off-white crystalline solid, stable at ambient temperatures. CAS: 4009-98-7, Molecular Formula: CH3OCH2P(C6H5)3Cl, Molecular Weight: 342.80 g/mol. Stored at room temperature, it carries a warning signal word due to potential hazards. Molekula supplies Methoxymethyltriphenylphosphonium chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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Specifications

Property Value
Appearance White crystalline Powder
Water (KF) ≤ 500ppm
Assay HPLC ≥ 99.5%
TPP Residues ≤ 50ppm

Storage & handling

Property Value
Storage Temperature Ambient
Transport Class 9
Packing Group III
Acidity Acid

Identification

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SKU 16747000
CAS Number 4009-98-7
IUPAC Name methoxymethyl(triphenyl)phosphanium
EC Number 223-664-5
Molecular Formula CH3OCH2P(C6H5)3Cl
Molecular Weight 342.80
Exact Mass 307.1252
SMILES COC[P+](C1=CC=CC=C1)(C2=CC=CC=C2)C3=CC=CC=C3
InChIKey SDMCZCALYDCRBH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI InChI=1S/C20H20OP/c1-21-17-22(18-11-5-2-6-12-18,19-13-7-3-8-14-19)20-15-9-4-10-16-20/h2-16H,17H2,1H3/q+1
PubChem CID 2723799
UN Number UN3077
REACH Code Y110
HTS Code 2931490080
Tariff Code 2931498090

Safety & GHS

Warning
  • GHS pictogram — Health Hazard Health Hazard GHS07
  • GHS pictogram — Hazardous to the Environment Hazardous to the Environment GHS09

Hazard statements

  • H302 Harmful if swallowed
  • H315 Causes skin irritation
  • H319 Causes serious eye irritation
  • H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

  • P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
  • P273 Avoid release to the environment
  • P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
  • P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: 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

  • (Methoxymethyl)triphenylphosphonium
  • methoxymethyl-triphenylphosphanium chloride
  • methoxymethyl(triphenyl)phosphanium
  • methoxymethyltriphenylphosphorane
  • Phosphonium, (methoxymethyl)triphenyl-, chloride
  • SDMCZCALYDCRBH-UHFFFAOYSA-
  • SDMCZCALYDCRBH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Frequently asked questions

What is Methoxymethyltriphenylphosphonium chloride used for?

It is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in the formation of ylides for Wittig-type reactions, where its ylide converts aldehydes and ketones into methyl enol ethers that can be hydrolysed to give one-carbon homologated aldehydes.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?

The formula is CH3OCH2P(C6H5)3Cl and the molecular weight is 342.80 g/mol.

How should Methoxymethyltriphenylphosphonium chloride be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.

What grade is available?

Available in technical grade; specific purity details are provided upon request.

Can Molekula supply this compound in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply Methoxymethyltriphenylphosphonium chloride 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 is available upon request.

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