Compound Q&A
What is Diethyl (cyanomethyl)phosphonate (CAS: 2537-48-6)?
Answer
Diethyl (cyanomethyl)phosphonate is an organic phosphonate ester with the chemical formula C5H11NO2P. It features a cyanomethyl group attached to a phosphonate core, making it a versatile intermediate in chemical synthesis. The compound is typically a colorless liquid with a slightly sharp odor, known for its reactivity and applications in pharmaceutical and industrial chemistry.
About
CAS No
2537-48-6
English Name
Diethyl (cyanomethyl)phosphonate
Molecular Formula
C6H12NO3P
Molecular Weight
177.14 g/mol
EINECS
219-806-0
SMILES
CCOP(=O)(CC#N)OCC
InChIKey
KWMBADTWRIGGGG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-28 11:52
