CAS 4721-17-9: P-Hexadecylphosphonic acid
Description:P-Hexadecylphosphonic acid, with the CAS number 4721-17-9, is an organophosphorus compound characterized by a long-chain alkyl group, specifically a hexadecyl group, attached to a phosphonic acid functional group. This structure imparts both hydrophobic and hydrophilic properties, making it amphiphilic in nature. The compound typically appears as a white to off-white solid and is soluble in organic solvents while exhibiting limited solubility in water due to its long hydrophobic tail. P-Hexadecylphosphonic acid is known for its applications in surface modification, particularly in the creation of self-assembled monolayers on various substrates, which can enhance the surface properties of materials. Additionally, it can serve as a precursor in the synthesis of phosphonic acid derivatives and is utilized in various fields, including materials science and nanotechnology. Its stability and reactivity are influenced by the presence of the phosphonic acid group, which can participate in various chemical reactions, making it a versatile compound in chemical research and industrial applications.
Formula:C16H35O3P
InChI:InChI=1S/C16H35O3P/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-20(17,18)19/h2-16H2,1H3,(H2,17,18,19)
InChI key:InChIKey=JDPSFRXPDJVJMV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:O=P(O)(O)CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC
- Synonyms:
- 1-Hexadecanephosphonic acid
- 1-Hexadecylphosphonic acid
- Hdpa
- Hexadecanephosphonic acid
- P-Hexadecylphosphonic acid
- Phosphonic acid, P-hexadecyl-
- Phosphonic acid, hexadecyl-
- n-Hexadecylphosphonic
- n-Hexadecylphosphonic acid
- Hexadecylphosphonic acid
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