Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Dimethyl phenylphosphonate (CAS: 2240-41-7)?
Answer
Dimethyl phenylphosphonate (CAS: 2240-41-7) is a colorless to slightly yellowish liquid with a molecular weight of approximately 186.21 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is soluble in common organic solvents. Chemically, it is highly reactive, especially under basic conditions, and can undergo hydrolysis and substitution reactions. It is often used in organic synthesis and as a phosphorus-containing compound in various industrial applications.
About
CAS No
2240-41-7
English Name
Dimethyl phenylphosphonate
Molecular Formula
C8H11O3P
Molecular Weight
186.14699999999993 g/mol
SMILES
COP(=O)(C1=CC=CC=C1)OC
InChIKey
OXDOANYFRLHSML-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-08 00:58
