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Methyltriphenylphosphonium iodide, 97%

SKU 19063878 CAS 2065-66-9 C19H20IP MW 406.24 Available on enquiry

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Methyltriphenylphosphonium iodide (97%) is an organophosphorus compound widely used as a key reagent in Wittig reactions for synthesizing alkenes from aldehydes and ketones. It is also employed in organic synthesis for methylenation and as a phase-transfer catalyst. This high-purity salt features a CAS number of 2065-66-9, a molecular formula of C19H20IP, and a molecular weight of 406.24 g/mol. It is stable at ambient storage conditions but requires careful handling, as indicated by its "Warning" signal word. Molekula supplies Methyltriphenylphosphonium iodide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
19063878
CAS Number
2065-66-9
IUPAC Name
methyl(triphenyl)phosphanium iodide
EC Number
218-178-5
Molecular Formula
C19H20IP
Molecular Weight
406.24
Exact Mass
404.0191
SMILES
C[P+](C1=CC=CC=C1)(C2=CC=CC=C2)C3=CC=CC=C3.[I-]
InChIKey
JNMIXMFEVJHFNY-UHFFFAOYSA-M
InChI
InChI=1S/C19H18P.HI/c1-20(17-11-5-2-6-12-17,18-13-7-3-8-14-18)19-15-9-4-10-16-19;/h2-16H,1H3;1H/q+1;/p-1
PubChem CID
638159

Synonyms

  • (Methyl-14C)tpmp iodide
  • Methyl-14c-triphenylphosphonium iodide
  • methyltriphenylphosphanium iodide
  • Methyltriphenylphosphonium iodide, (methyl-14C)
  • Phosphonium, methyl-14c-triphenyl-, iodide
  • Phosphonium, methyltriphenyl-, iodide
  • PHOSPHONIUM, METHYLTRIPHENYL-, IODIDE (1:1)
  • Triphenylmethylphosphine iodide
  • Triphenylmethylphosphinium iodide
  • Triphenylmethylphosphonium iodide

Frequently asked questions

What is methyltriphenylphosphonium iodide primarily used for?

It is commonly used as a phase-transfer catalyst in organic synthesis, particularly in Wittig reactions and alkylation processes.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of methyltriphenylphosphonium iodide?

The formula is **C₁₉H₂₀IP**, and the molecular weight is **406.24 g/mol**.

How should methyltriphenylphosphonium iodide be stored?

Store at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight.

What purity grade is available for this product?

Molekula supplies this product at **97% purity**.

Can Molekula supply methyltriphenylphosphonium iodide in bulk quantities?

Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—please contact our sales team for pricing and lead times.

What documentation comes with an order of methyltriphenylphosphonium iodide?

Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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