(4-Bromobenzyl)phosphonic acid CAS 40962-34-3

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.40962-34-3
Molecular FormulaC7H8BrO3P
Molecular Weight251.01 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

(4-Bromobenzyl)phosphonic acid CAS 40962-34-3 chemical structure

Description

(4-Bromobenzyl)phosphonic acid (CAS 40962-34-3) is a high-purity analytical reference standard with the molecular formula C7H8BrO3P and a molecular weight of 251.01 g/mol.

Based on its molecular formula C7H8BrO3P, (4-Bromobenzyl)phosphonic acid contains a phosphonate group, a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, bromine substitution; these features give the compound characteristic absorption bands in UV spectroscopy. The molecular weight of 251.01 g/mol is directly relevant to the identification of the molecular ion in mass spectrometry. Halogen substitution (F/Cl/Br/I) produces a distinctive isotope pattern in mass spectrometry, a valuable aid for qualitative confirmation.

Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.

CATO manufactures (4-Bromobenzyl)phosphonic acid under ISO 17034:2016 accreditation with dual CNAS and ANAB accreditation. Each batch is characterized by orthogonal methods and supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring metrological traceability.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC7H8BrO3P
Molecular Weight251.01 g/mol
Purity97%+
StorageStore in a cool place (≤25°C), keep sealed and dry, keep tightly closed to prevent evaporation
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO, water
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening; Contains ester bond; hydrolyzes under strong alkaline conditions
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)3.5
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
CAS Registry Year (est.)1968
Halogen ContentBr-containing

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