Tributyl phosphine

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  • CAT Number: R070970
  • CAS Number: 998-40-3
  • Molecular Formula: C12H27P
  • Molecular Weight: 202.32
  • Purity: ≥95%
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Tributylphosphine(Cat No.:R070970)is an organophosphorus compound with the molecular formula P(C₄H₉)₃P. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a strong, unpleasant odor, known for its high reactivity and strong nucleophilic properties. Widely used as a ligand in homogeneous catalysis and organometallic chemistry, it forms stable complexes with transition metals, aiding in hydrogenation, cross-coupling, and carbonylation reactions. Tributylphosphine is also employed as a reducing agent in organic synthesis. Due to its air sensitivity and potential toxicity, it must be handled under inert conditions in well-ventilated laboratories.


CAS Number 998-40-3
Molecular Formula C12H27P
Purity ≥95%
Storage RT
IUPAC Name tributylphosphane
InChI InChI=1S/C12H27P/c1-4-7-10-13(11-8-5-2)12-9-6-3/h4-12H2,1-3H3
InChIKey TUQOTMZNTHZOKS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES CCCCP(CCCC)CCCC
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