Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (3-Carboxypropyl)(triphenyl)phosphonium bromide (CAS: 17857-14-6)?
Answer
(3-Carboxypropyl)(triphenyl)phosphonium bromide (CAS: 17857-14-6) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 435.1 g/mol. It is poorly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents like dichloromethane and ethanol. Chemically, it is relatively stable but can react with strong bases and acidify to release bromide and phosphonium ions. It is also susceptible to hydrolysis under basic conditions.
About
CAS No
17857-14-6
English Name
(3-Carboxypropyl)(triphenyl)phosphonium bromide
Molecular Formula
C22H22BrO2P
Molecular Weight
429.3 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)[P+](CCCC(=O)O)(C2=CC=CC=C2)C3=CC=CC=C3.[Br-]
InChIKey
NKVJKVMGJABKHV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-13 09:53
