Bis(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)phosphinic acid is an organophosphorus compound with significant applications in research and industry, particularly as an extractant and a ligand.
Here is a comprehensive overview of its key specifications:
CAS: 83411-71-6
EC No.: 280-445-7
Formula: C16H35O2P
Mol. wt.: 290.42
Concentration: ≥94%
UN number: 3082
Transport Hazard class: 9
Packing group: III
General Information:
CAS Number: 83411-71-6.
Molecular Formula: C₁₆H₃₅O₂P
Molecular Weight: 290.42 g/mol
Synonyms: Diisooctylphosphinic acid, Cyanex 272, Ionquest 290.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
The following table summarizes the key physical and chemical properties of Bis(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)phosphinic acid.
Applications of Bis(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)phosphinic acid:
Bis(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)phosphinic acid is a versatile reagent used in various specialized fields:
Solvent Extraction: It is widely used as an acidic extractant for the separation and recovery of metal ions, such as Indium(III) and other divalent metals (e.g., Zn²⁺, Cu²⁺, Pb²⁺).
Nanomaterial Synthesis: It serves as a surface-passivating ligand in the synthesis of “magic-size” nanocrystals, such as CdSe and CdTe.
Supercritical Fluid Extraction (SFE): The compound acts as an acidic ligand to facilitate the extraction of metals from matrices like sand and fly ash using supercritical CO₂.
Global Supply Infrastructure & Regulatory Compliance
We supply high-purity Bis(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)phosphinic acid globally, packaged in heavy-duty 190 kg tight-head plastic drums or 950 kg intermediate bulk container (IBC) totes. All batches are supplied with authentic Certificates of Analysis (CoA), full lot traceability reports, and standardized Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
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