Aure Chemical: Your Reliable Source for High-Purity Methyltriphenylphosphonium Bromide (CAS 1779-49-3)
Aure Chemical is a premier global supplier of high-quality Methyltriphenylphosphonium Bromide ($C_{19}H_{18}BrP$). Identified by its CAS number 1779-49-3, this organophosphorus compound typically appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder. It is an indispensable Wittig reagent in organic synthesis, highly valued for its ability to efficiently convert aldehydes and ketones into methylene ($=CH_2$) derivatives. This reaction is crucial for constructing specific carbon-carbon double bonds in complex organic molecules, playing a vital role in various chemical industries. Aure Chemical's unwavering commitment to excellence ensures that our Methyltriphenylphosphonium Bromide meets the stringent purity and performance requirements for your most demanding research and industrial applications, guaranteeing consistency and reliability.
Basic Information of Methyltriphenylphosphonium Bromide
Methyltriphenylphosphonium Bromide (CAS No. 1779-49-3) is meticulously produced and rigorously tested to meet stringent quality standards. We ensure exceptional purity and consistent performance, essential for your complex synthetic routes:
| CAS No.: | 1779-49-3 |
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| EC No.: | 217-218-9 |
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| Linear Formula: | CH₃P(C₆H₅)₃Br |
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| Molecular Weight: | 357.22 |
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| Appearance: | White to off-white crystalline powder. |
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| Melting point: | 230-234 °C (lit.) |
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| Solubility: | Soluble in various organic solvents, including dichloromethane, tetrahydrofuran (THF), and alcohols. Sparingly soluble in water. |
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| Nature: | A phosphonium salt that forms a reactive ylide (methylene triphenylphosphorane) when treated with a strong base. The ylide is sensitive to moisture and air. |
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| RIDADR: | UN 3464 6.1/PG 3 |
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| Chemical Structure: |  |
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Our commitment to delivering high-purity Methyltriphenylphosphonium Bromide ensures a reliable and efficient component for your critical chemical syntheses, offering consistent quality for diverse research and industrial needs.
Primary Applications of Methyltriphenylphosphonium Bromide
This specialized Wittig reagent's unique reactivity profile makes it an indispensable tool in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the precise formation of terminal methylene groups:
Wittig Reaction for Methylene Olefin Synthesis:
Its primary application is as a key reagent in the Wittig reaction. When deprotonated by a strong base, it forms a methylene triphenylphosphorane ylide. This ylide then reacts with aldehydes or ketones to form new carbon-carbon double bonds, specifically synthesizing methylene ($=CH_2$) derivatives from the carbonyl group.
Pharmaceutical and Agrochemical Synthesis:
The ability to precisely introduce terminal methylene groups is invaluable in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. This includes intermediates for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals where controlled carbon chain elongation and specific double bond formation are essential.
Steroid and Terpene Synthesis:
It is frequently employed in the synthesis of natural products, including steroids, terpenes, and other complex natural compounds, where the formation of specific olefinic structures is critical for biological activity.
Specialty Chemicals Production:
It plays a role in the production of various specialty chemicals, including some flavors, fragrances, and materials science applications, where precise structural modifications are required.
Why Choose Aure Chemical for Your Methyltriphenylphosphonium Bromide Supply?
Aure Chemical is dedicated to providing superior chemical solutions and unparalleled customer support. By partnering with us for your Methyltriphenylphosphonium Bromide requirements, you benefit from:
Exceptional Purity & Reactivity: Our Methyltriphenylphosphonium Bromide is manufactured to stringent purity specifications, crucial for ensuring high yields and selectivity in sensitive Wittig reactions and other complex organic syntheses.
Reliable Global Supply Chain: We maintain a robust and efficient supply network, guaranteeing timely and secure delivery of this specialized chemical to your facilities worldwide, adhering to all strict safety and regulatory standards for organophosphorus compounds.
Expert Technical Support: Our team of experienced chemists and specialists is readily available to offer comprehensive guidance on product application, safe handling procedures (especially concerning the ylide formation), and optimal storage conditions for Methyltriphenylphosphonium Bromide.
Commitment to Quality & Safety: We adhere to the highest industry standards for quality management, safety, and environmental responsibility across all our operations, ensuring peace of mind for our clients.
Choose Aure Chemical for a trustworthy and dependable supply of high-quality Methyltriphenylphosphonium Bromide. We're ready to support your most challenging and innovative synthetic endeavors.
Hazards Classification
GHS Classification: Acute Toxicity (GHS06), Skin Irritation (GHS07), Eye Irritation (GHS07)
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed; causes skin irritation; causes serious eye irritation.
UN Number: UN 3464
Hazard Class: 6.1 (Toxic Substances)
Packing Group: III
GHS06: Acute toxicity
GHS07: Exclamation mark
