1,2-Bis(dimethylphosphino)ethane CAS 23936-60-9

Synonym: DMPE, Dimethyl-2-(dimethylphosphino)ethylphosphine, Ethylenebis(dimethylphosphine)

DMPE Chemical Structure

Purity 97%
Purity method by GC
Molecular weight 150.14
Appearance Colorless liquid
Boiling point 180oC
Sensitivity Air, moisture
Molecular formula C6H16P2

1,2-Bis(dimethylphosphino)ethane (CAS 23936-60-9) aka as DMPE, Dimethyl-2-(dimethylphosphino)ethylphosphine or Ethylenebis(dimethylphosphine) is a diphosphine ligand in coordination chemistry. Synthesis of DMPE has been reported (see the links below). Ereztech manufactures and sells this product in small and bulk volumes. Glass ampules (see below) or metal ampules are available for packaging. For additional analytical information or details about purchasing contact us at sales@ereztech.com

DMPE (CAS 23936-60-9) is air sensitive and should be stored under inert gas. If it’s exposed to the air damaging oxidization will clearly be visible. First picture shows the normal form of 1,2-Bis(dimethylphosphino)ethane (CAS 23936-60-9) and the second image shows a damaged structure of DMPE.

1,2-Bis(dimethylphosphino)ethane  Bisdimethylphosphinoethane CAS 23936-60-9 Damaged

Ereztech manufactures this product with the minimum assay purity of 97%. Available packages are glass ampules or metal containers.

Safety and regulations for 1,2-Bis(dimethylphosphino)ethane (CAS 23936-60-9)

UN 1993
Hazardous class 3
Packing group II
Transport description FLAMMABLE LIQUID, N.O.S. (1,2-Bis(dimethylphosphino)ethane)
Pictograms
In TSCA registry No (sold for research and development usage only)

First Aid Measures

General advice Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.Move out of dangerous area.
Eye contact Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
Skin contact Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
Inhalation If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
If swallowed Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

Available certificates of assurance (CoA)

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Lot #01/0037/15

External identifiers for DMPE (CAS 23936-60-9)

Pubchem CID 141059
SMILES P(C)(C)CCP(C)C
IUPAC Name Ethane-1,2-diylbis(dimethylphosphane)
InchI Identifier
1S/C6H16P2/c1-7(2)5-6-8(3)4/h5-6H2,1-4H3
InchI Key ZKWQSBFSGZJNFP-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Known applications and external links

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Ereztech synthesizes and sells additional P-compounds.

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Alternative product names: DMPE, Dimethyl-2-(dimethylphosphino)ethylphosphine, Ethylenebis(dimethylphosphine)