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Methyltriphenylphosphonium bromide, 98+%
Description
Methyltriphenylphosphonium bromide is used for methylenation through the Wittig reaction. It is utilized in the synthesis of an enyne and 9-isopropenyl -phenanthrene by using sodium amide as reagent. It is a lipophilic molecule and used to deliver molecules to specific cell components. Further, it acts as an antineoplastic agent.
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Methyltriphenylphosphonium bromide is used for methylenation through the Wittig reaction. It is utilized in the synthesis of an enyne and 9-isopropenyl -phenanthrene by using sodium amide as reagent. It is a lipophilic molecule and used to deliver molecules to specific cell components. Further, it acts as an antineoplastic agent.
Solubility
Soluble in water.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 231°C to 234°C |
| Assay Percent Range | ≥98% |
| Quantity | 50 g |
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| Beilstein | 3599467 |
| Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in water. |
| Formula Weight | 357.24 |
| Percent Purity | ≥98% |
| Chemical Name or Material | Methyltriphenylphosphonium bromide |
Safety and Handling
- Methyl triphenylphosphonium bromide
- Danger
- Acute toxicity Category 3
- LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 2
- H301-Toxic if swallowed.
- H411-Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- P264-Wash face, hands and anyexposed skin thoroughly after handling.
- P301+P310-IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor /
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Methyl triphenylphosphonium bromide
RUO – Research Use Only
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