6295-24-5

Basic information

• Product Name: (2-chloroethyl)(triethyl)phosphonium
• CAS NO: 6295-24-5
• Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₉ClP
• Molecular Weight: 181.6627
• Mol File: 6295-24-5.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• CAS DataBase Reference: (2-chloroethyl)(triethyl)phosphonium(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: (2-chloroethyl)(triethyl)phosphonium(6295-24-5)
• EPA Substance Registry System: (2-chloroethyl)(triethyl)phosphonium(6295-24-5)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 6295-24-5(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

The chemical compound (2-chloroethyl)(triethyl)phosphonium, also known as chloroethyltriethylphosphonium, is an organophosphorus compound with the chemical formula C8H19ClP. It is a quaternary phosphonium salt and is commonly used as a reactant in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of various phosphorus-containing compounds. It is also used as a precursor for the synthesis of other phosphonium salts and as a reactant in the preparation of phosphine-borane complexes. In addition, (2-chloroethyl)(triethyl)phosphonium has been studied for its potential applications in catalysis and as an ionic liquid in various chemical reactions. However, it is important to handle this compound with caution as it is a potent alkylating agent and can be toxic if not used properly.