Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of (2-Chloroethyl)phosphonic acid (CAS: 16672-87-0)?
Answer
(2-Chloroethyl)phosphonic acid is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry for the synthesis of agrochemicals and pharmaceutical intermediates. It also finds applications in the production of flame retardants, pesticides, and other specialty chemicals. Its versatility makes it valuable in research and development for creating new compounds with specific functional properties.
About
CAS No
16672-87-0
English Name
(2-Chloroethyl)phosphonic acid
Molecular Formula
C2H6ClO3P
Molecular Weight
144.494 g/mol
EINECS
240-718-3
SMILES
OP(=O)(O)CCCl
InChIKey
UDPGUMQDCGORJQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-28 11:52
