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Phosphinate

Phosphinates are a class of organophosphorus compounds defined by a central pentavalent phosphorus atom bonded to two oxygen atoms—one via a double bond and the other as part of a hydroxy or alkoxy group—with two additional substituents (R¹ and R²) that may be hydrogen atoms or carbon-based groups, yielding the general formula R¹R²P(O)OH for the acids, R¹R²P(O)O⁻ for the anions, or R¹R²P(O)OR³ for the esters (where R³ is typically an alkyl or aryl group). Unlike phosphonates, which feature one C–P bond and three oxygen substituents on phosphorus, phosphinates incorporate two C–P bonds, one C–P bond and one P–H bond, or two P–H bonds, conferring distinct reactivity profiles such as enhanced reducing capabilities when a P–H bond is present.^[1] These compounds are notable for their chemical stability, particularly due to robust P–C bonds in organic derivatives, which resist hydrolysis and metabolic degradation better than P–O bonds in phosphates.^[1] In the inorganic case, where R¹ = R² = H, phosphinates correspond to the hypophosphite ion (H₂PO₂⁻), a monovalent phosphorus oxoanion formed by deprotonation of phosphinic (hypophosphorous) acid (H₃PO₂), which exhibits a tetrahedral geometry around phosphorus with approximate C₂v symmetry.^[2]^[3] Phosphinates have broad applications across chemistry and industry; for instance, the hypophosphite ion serves as a reducing agent in electroless metal deposition processes, enabling the catalytic plating of nickel and other metals on non-conductive surfaces without electricity.^[4] Organic phosphinates are employed in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals like the ACE inhibitor fosinopril, herbicides such as phosphinothricin (a glutamine synthetase inhibitor), and flame-retardant materials, while also acting as ligands in metal complexes due to their versatile coordination modes (monodentate, bidentate, or bridging).^[1] Their development has provided safer alternatives to toxic reagents like phosphorus trichloride in organophosphorus manufacturing, highlighting their growing importance in sustainable synthesis.

Definition and Nomenclature

Chemical Structure

Phosphinic acids are organophosphorus compounds characterized by the general formula \ce{R2P(O)OH}, where the substituents R can be hydrogen atoms, alkyl groups, or aryl groups. This structure features a central phosphorus atom bonded to two R groups, a hydroxyl group (-OH), and an oxo group (=O). When R are alkyl or aryl groups (organic phosphinates), phosphorus is in a formal +3 oxidation state, typical of P(III) oxyacids. When both R are hydrogen (inorganic phosphinate or hypophosphorous acid), the oxidation state is +1.^[5]^[6] The corresponding phosphinate anion, \ce{R2PO2^-}, results from deprotonation of the acidic hydroxyl group. In this ion, the phosphorus oxidation state is +3 for organic derivatives (R = alkyl/aryl) and +1 for the inorganic hypophosphite (R = H), adopting a tetrahedral geometry around the central atom, with bond angles approaching the ideal 109.5° due to the sp³ hybridization. The bonding consists of two single P-R bonds, a P=O double bond (approximately 1.48 Å in length), and a P-O⁻ single bond (about 1.51 Å), satisfying the octet rule on phosphorus through these four attachments.^[7] A specific example is hypophosphorous acid, represented as \ce{H2P(O)OH} or \ce{H3PO2}, where both R groups are hydrogen, resulting in two distinctive P-H bonds (length ≈1.44 Å each). This compound exhibits the same tetrahedral arrangement at phosphorus but with a +1 oxidation state for P due to the two direct P-H linkages, distinguishing it from higher-substituted phosphinates. The Lewis structure depicts the phosphorus connected to two hydrogens via single bonds, a double bond to oxygen, and a single bond to the OH group, with no lone pairs on phosphorus.^[7]^[8] In comparison, phosphinates \ce{R2PO2^-} differ structurally from phosphonates \ce{RPO3^{2-}}, which feature one R group, a P-C bond, and three P-O bonds in a tetrahedral setup with P at +3 oxidation state, and from phosphates \ce{PO4^{3-}}, which lack any R or C-P bonds, have four equivalent P-O bonds (≈1.54 Å), and phosphorus in the +5 oxidation state. These differences arise primarily from the number of carbon-phosphorus versus phosphorus-oxygen linkages, influencing reactivity and coordination behavior.^[9]

Naming Conventions

According to IUPAC recommendations, the term "phosphinate" designates the anions of the general formula R₂PO₂⁻ and their corresponding salts, where R can be hydrogen or an organic substituent, derived from phosphinic acids (R₂P(O)OH).^[10] This systematic nomenclature applies to both inorganic and organic variants, emphasizing the phosphorus-oxygen framework and substituent groups. For instance, dialkylphosphinates such as dimethylphosphinate ((CH₃)₂PO₂⁻) follow this convention, with the alkyl groups specified as prefixes.^[10] The common name "hypophosphite," however, is traditionally reserved for the specific inorganic anion H₂PO₂⁻ and its salts, a distinction rooted in the early 19th-century isolation and characterization of these compounds around 1810–1820.^[11] This terminology highlights the reduced oxidation state of phosphorus compared to phosphite or phosphate ions, reflecting historical efforts to classify phosphorus oxoacids based on their preparative origins and reactivity.^[10] Examples illustrate the naming differences: the inorganic salt NaH₂PO₂ is systematically termed sodium phosphinate but commonly known as sodium hypophosphite. In organic contexts, the name adheres strictly to phosphinate, as seen in diphenylphosphinate ((C₆H₅)₂PO₂Na), where the aryl substituents replace hydrogen without invoking the "hypo" prefix.^[12] This dual system ensures clarity between the parent inorganic structure and its substituted derivatives.

Synthesis

Preparation of Hypophosphites

Hypophosphites are primarily synthesized through the alkaline hydrolysis of white phosphorus, a process that involves the disproportionation of elemental phosphorus in the presence of a base to form the hypophosphite ion, H₂PO₂⁻. The standard laboratory method utilizes white phosphorus (P₄) reacted with calcium hydroxide in water, proceeding as follows:

\mathrm{P_4 + 2\ Ca(OH)_2 + 4\ H_2O \rightarrow 2\ Ca(H_2PO_2)_2 + 2\ H_2}

This reaction produces calcium hypophosphite, which can then be converted to hypophosphorous acid (H₃PO₂) by acidification with a strong acid such as sulfuric acid, yielding the free acid alongside a calcium salt byproduct.^[13] On an industrial scale, the synthesis employs alkaline hydrolysis of phosphorus in stirred reactors maintained at temperatures between 80–100°C to optimize reaction kinetics and minimize side products like phosphine. This setup facilitates the direct formation of sodium hypophosphite when sodium hydroxide or a mixture of calcium hydroxide and sodium carbonate is used as the base, allowing for efficient scaling with controlled hydrogen evolution.^[14]^[15] Purification of the resulting hypophosphite salts, particularly sodium hypophosphite (NaH₂PO₂·H₂O), is achieved through crystallization from aqueous solutions, which separates the product from impurities such as phosphites and unreacted phosphorus compounds. Yields for these processes typically range from 70–90% based on the phosphorus input, with higher efficiencies attainable through optimized reaction conditions and recycling of byproducts.^[15]^[13] Alternative methods include the electrochemical reduction of phosphorous acid (H₃PO₃) on electrodes like platinum in acidic media, providing a route for targeted synthesis under milder conditions.^[16]

Synthesis of Organic Phosphinates

Organic phosphinates, represented by the general formula R₂PO₂⁻ where R denotes an organic group such as alkyl or aryl, are synthesized primarily through methods that introduce or adjust the phosphorus-oxygen framework using carbon-substituted precursors. A key route involves the oxidation of secondary phosphines. Secondary phosphines (R₂PH) are converted to secondary phosphine oxides (R₂P(O)H) via mild oxidation with agents like hydrogen peroxide or atmospheric oxygen. For instance, treatment with 30% H₂O₂ in ethanol at room temperature yields the phosphine oxide in 80-95% efficiency, depending on the substituents. The P-H bond in the resulting R₂P(O)H is then deprotonated using a strong base such as sodium hydride or butyllithium to generate the phosphinate anion R₂PO₂⁻. This two-step process is favored for its simplicity and high selectivity toward the desired oxidation state.^[17] Hydrolysis of phosphinyl chlorides provides another direct pathway. Phosphinyl chlorides (R₂P(O)Cl), often prepared from phosphine oxides and thionyl chloride, undergo nucleophilic substitution with water to form phosphinic acids (R₂P(O)OH) and HCl gas. The reaction is typically conducted in aqueous dioxane or acetone at 0-25°C with a base like triethylamine to scavenge HCl and drive completion, affording yields above 90% for alkyl-substituted derivatives. Subsequent deprotonation of the acid with alkali metal hydroxides yields the corresponding phosphinate salt. This method is particularly useful for introducing diverse R groups via prior chloride synthesis.^[18] As a representative example, dibutylphosphinate is obtained by treating dibutylphosphine oxide with aqueous sodium hydroxide at 50°C, promoting deprotonation and exchange to form the sodium salt (Bu₂PO₂Na) in over 85% yield after acidification and basification steps. This approach leverages the acidity of the P-H proton in the oxide precursor.^[19] Synthesis challenges center on preventing over-oxidation, where excess oxidant or harsh conditions can convert intermediates to phosphonates (RP(O)(OH)₂) by unintended C-H or P-C cleavage. This is mitigated by employing stoichiometric oxidants, low temperatures (room temperature to 50°C), and inert atmospheres like nitrogen to limit oxygen exposure, ensuring >95% selectivity for phosphine oxides in many cases.^[20]

Properties

Physical Characteristics

Hypophosphites, the inorganic subclass of phosphinates where both substituents on phosphorus are hydrogen, are characteristically white, hygroscopic solids highly soluble in water. Sodium hypophosphite, the most common example, appears as a colorless to white crystalline powder or chunks and is readily deliquescent in moist air.^[21] Its monohydrate form has a reported density of approximately 0.8 g/cm³, while anhydrous material exhibits a higher density of 1.77 g/cm³ at 20°C.^[21] The compound is exceptionally water-soluble, with solubilities exceeding 100 g per 100 mL at room temperature (e.g., 909 g/L at 30°C), but it shows limited solubility in organic solvents like ethanol or acetone.^[22] Aqueous solutions of sodium hypophosphite, often used at concentrations around 50 wt%, have densities near 1.2 g/cm³.^[23] Thermally, hypophosphites lack a distinct melting point; the monohydrate dehydrates around 90°C, and the material decomposes above 200–310°C, releasing phosphine gas and forming phosphite or phosphate residues.^[24]^[25] Organic phosphinates, featuring at least one carbon-based substituent (R in R₂PO₂⁻), typically present as colorless oils, viscous liquids, or crystalline solids, depending on the nature and size of the R groups. These compounds generally exhibit low solubility in water (often <1 g/100 mL) due to their hydrophobic organic moieties but are highly soluble in polar organic solvents such as ethanol, acetone, or dichloromethane. For instance, phenylphosphinic acid (C₆H₅(H)PO₂H) is a white solid with a melting point of 83–85°C and limited water solubility, dissolving readily in alkaline aqueous solutions or alcohols.^[26] Larger derivatives like diphenylphosphinic acid ((C₆H₅)₂PO₂H) are also solids, melting at 193–195°C, with similarly low aqueous solubility but good compatibility with organic media.^[27] Organic phosphinates demonstrate greater thermal stability than hypophosphites, often remaining intact up to 300°C before decomposition, which is advantageous in high-temperature applications.^[28] Spectroscopic characterization of phosphinates reveals consistent features reflective of their P(V) oxidation state and P=O bonding. In ³¹P NMR spectroscopy, free phosphinic acids (R₂PO₂H) display chemical shifts in the range of 30–50 ppm (relative to 85% H₃PO₄ at 0 ppm), with values shifting slightly upfield for salts or upon coordination.^[29] Infrared (IR) spectra exhibit a characteristic strong absorption band for the P=O stretch between 1150 and 1200 cm⁻¹, often accompanied by P–O–H deformations around 900–1000 cm⁻¹ in acidic forms.^[28] These signatures aid in structural confirmation and differentiation from related phosphorus oxyacids like phosphonates (P–OH stretches near 1000–1100 cm⁻¹).^[30]

Chemical Reactivity

Hypophosphites exhibit strong reducing properties attributed to the presence of the P-H bond, which facilitates electron donation in redox reactions. Hypophosphorous acid undergoes thermal disproportionation, particularly above 110 °C, according to the reaction:

$3 \mathrm{H_3PO_2} \rightarrow 2 \mathrm{H_3PO_3} + \mathrm{PH_3}

This process involves partial oxidation to phosphorous acid and reduction to phosphine.^[16] Similarly, hypophosphite salts decompose upon heating to phosphine and higher oxidation state phosphorus compounds such as phosphites and phosphates. Oxidation of hypophosphorous acid typically proceeds stepwise, involving the cleavage of the P-H bond to form phosphorous acid, as represented by:

\mathrm{H_3PO_2} + [\mathrm{O}] \rightarrow \mathrm{H_3PO_3}

where [O] denotes an oxidizing agent; further oxidation yields phosphoric acid. This reactivity is well-documented in kinetic studies with various oxidants.^[31] In coordination chemistry, phosphinate ligands coordinate to metal centers primarily through their oxygen atoms, often forming stable chelate complexes with transition metals. For instance, (2,2,2-trifluoroethyl)phosphinate forms mononuclear complexes with divalent late transition metals such as Co²⁺ and Zn²⁺ via O-bound interactions.^[32] Hypophosphorous acid behaves as a weak monobasic acid, with a pKa of approximately 1.2, corresponding to the dissociation of the P-OH proton; the P-H bond does not contribute to acidity.^[33] This property, combined with the high aqueous solubility of hypophosphites, enables these reactions to occur effectively in aqueous media.

Specific Compounds

Inorganic Hypophosphites

Sodium hypophosphite, with the formula NaH₂PO₂, represents the most prevalent inorganic hypophosphite compound and is commonly employed in its monohydrate form, NaH₂PO₂·H₂O, due to the anhydrous variant's hygroscopic nature.^[34] This salt is synthesized through the neutralization of hypophosphorous acid (H₃PO₂) with sodium hydroxide (NaOH), yielding the desired product alongside water.^[35] The monohydrate exhibits a density of 1.77 g/cm³ at 20°C and appears as white, odorless crystals that are highly soluble in water (up to 909 g/L at 30°C).^[34] Commercial preparations of sodium hypophosphite typically meet purity standards with an assay range of 98-102%, ensuring suitability for industrial and analytical applications.^[22] Calcium hypophosphite, formulated as Ca(H₂PO₂)₂, serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various hypophosphites and other phosphorus compounds, often obtained via metathesis reactions involving sodium hypophosphite and calcium salts.^[36] It is characterized by lower water solubility compared to its sodium counterpart—approximately 16.7 g per 100 g of water at room temperature—and is utilized in dietary supplements for its phosphorus content.^[37] This white crystalline powder provides a stable source of the hypophosphite anion in formulations requiring reduced solubility. Other notable inorganic hypophosphites include potassium hypophosphite (KH₂PO₂) and ammonium hypophosphite ((NH₄)H₂PO₂), both of which form white, deliquescent solids soluble in water and alcohol. These salts share similar reducing properties with their sodium analog. Thermal decomposition of sodium hypophosphite begins around 310°C via disproportionation, producing phosphine (PH₃), hydrogen (H₂), and various phosphorus oxides like sodium phosphite, hypophosphate, and ultimately tripolyphosphate in multi-step processes. A simplified reaction is 2 NaH₂PO₂ → PH₃ + Na₂HPO₄.^[38]

Organophosphinates

Organophosphinates are a class of organic phosphorus compounds featuring the phosphinate functional group, where at least one hydrogen atom in phosphinic acid is substituted by an alkyl, aryl, or other carbon-containing group, resulting in structures such as R₁R₂P(O)OH or R₁HP(O)OH. These compounds are distinguished by their carbon-phosphorus bonds, which confer greater chemical stability compared to hypophosphites, particularly resistance to hydrolysis under acidic or basic conditions due to the robust P-C linkage that prevents facile cleavage by phosphatases or nucleophiles.^[39] In ³¹P NMR spectroscopy, organophosphinates exhibit characteristic chemical shifts around 40 ppm, reflecting the electronic environment of the phosphorus atom influenced by the substituents and hydrogen bonding.^[29] A prominent alkyl example is dimethylphosphinic acid, (CH_3)_2P(O)OH, which undergoes decomposition upon heating and is employed as an extractant for metal ions in hydrometallurgical applications, leveraging its ability to form stable complexes with transition metals.^[40] Aryl derivatives include phenylphosphinic acid, C_6H_5HP(O)OH, which melts at 83°C and is synthesized via oxidation of phenylphosphine, often using hydrogen peroxide or air as the oxidant to selectively introduce the P=O bond while retaining the P-H functionality.^[41]^[42] Compounds with mixed substituents, such as methylphenylphosphinic acid, (CH_3)(C_6H_5)P(O)OH, demonstrate solubility in alcohols like methanol, facilitating their use in organic synthesis and facilitating crystallization from alcoholic solvents.^[43] In commercial contexts, dialkylphosphinic acids, including nonsymmetric variants like those derived from mixed alkyl chains, are key reagents in hydrometallurgy for the selective extraction and separation of heavy rare earth elements from ores, owing to their tunable lipophilicity and high selectivity for metal coordination.^[44] General synthesis of organophosphinates often involves oxidation of the corresponding secondary or primary phosphines with oxidants like hydrogen peroxide.^[42]

Applications

Industrial Processes

One of the primary industrial applications of phosphinates, particularly sodium hypophosphite, is in electroless nickel plating, a chemical deposition process that coats substrates with a nickel-phosphorus alloy without the need for an external electric current. In this autocatalytic reaction, sodium hypophosphite serves as the reducing agent, facilitating the reduction of nickel ions from the bath solution onto the surface, typically following the simplified equation:

\text{Ni}^{2+} + \text{H}_2\text{PO}_2^- + \text{H}_2\text{O} \rightarrow \text{Ni} + \text{H}_2\text{PO}_3^- + 2\text{H}^+

This process, developed in the 1940s by Abner Brenner and Grace Riddell, produces deposits containing 5-15% phosphorus by weight, which enhances corrosion resistance and hardness.^[45]^[46] Electroless nickel plating baths are maintained under specific conditions to optimize deposition rates and alloy composition, including a pH of 4-5, temperatures of 80-95°C, and sodium hypophosphite concentrations of 20-30 g/L. These parameters ensure stable plating rates of approximately 10-20 μm per hour while minimizing bath decomposition. The resulting coatings are widely used in the automotive industry for components such as fuel injectors, valves, and piston rings, where uniform coverage on complex geometries and non-conductive surfaces provides superior wear resistance and protection against harsh environments.^[47]^[48]^[49] A key advantage of this process is the ability to achieve uniform thickness across intricate parts, including blind holes and irregular shapes, which is challenging with electrolytic methods. Global production of sodium hypophosphite for the plating industry supports this demand, with capacities exceeding 20,000 tons annually in major markets like China alone.^[50]^[51] In addition to plating, hypophosphites find use in boiler water treatment as oxygen scavengers, where sodium hypophosphite reacts with dissolved oxygen to prevent corrosion of metal surfaces in high-temperature systems. This application leverages the compound's reducing properties to maintain low oxygen levels, typically below 5 ppb, thereby extending equipment life in industrial steam generation.^[52]^[53]

Material Science and Other Uses

Organophosphinates function as effective additives in polymer matrices, particularly serving as antioxidants and stabilizers in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) formulations. Alkylphosphinates, for instance, contribute to preventing dehydrochlorination during processing by decomposing hydroperoxides into non-radical products, thereby enhancing thermal stability and extending the material's service life under oxidative conditions.^[54] These compounds are often combined with primary phenolic antioxidants to synergistically protect PVC from degradation, maintaining transparency and color integrity in applications like flexible films and cables.^[55] In fire retardancy, hypophosphites such as sodium hypophosphite and ammonium hypophosphite are integrated with nitrogen-containing compounds to treat wood, forming intumescent systems that promote char formation and reduce flammability. For example, modification of Scots pine sapwood with maleic anhydride and sodium hypophosphite yields a durable coating that limits heat release and smoke production during combustion, achieving a 41% reduction in peak heat release rates compared to untreated wood.^[56] Ammonium hypophosphite, when combined with expandable graphite in polyurethane foams or applied in wood-polymer composites, enhances carbonization and suppresses flame spread through phosphorus-nitrogen synergy, making it suitable for structural wood treatments in building materials.^[57] Phosphinate ligands play a key role in catalysis, particularly in transition metal complexes for hydrogenation reactions. Rhodium-phosphinate catalysts enable the asymmetric hydrogenation of enol phosphinates, converting di- and trisubstituted substrates into chiral alkyl phosphinates with high enantioselectivity (up to 99% ee), which is valuable for synthesizing optically active intermediates.^[58] These ligands provide steric and electronic tuning that stabilizes the metal center, facilitating efficient H2 activation and substrate binding in processes like the reduction of α,β-unsaturated phosphinates.^[59] Beyond these areas, phosphinates serve as pharmaceutical intermediates, where phosphinic pseudopeptides act as potent inhibitors of matrix metalloproteinases by mimicking transition-state structures in enzyme active sites. Single-point modifications to these phosphinates improve binding affinity and selectivity, supporting drug development for conditions like cancer and arthritis.^[60] Recent developments highlight bio-based phosphinates for sustainable plastics, with 2023 studies demonstrating their efficacy as halogen-free flame retardants in polyamides. Aluminum diethylphosphinate, derived from renewable feedstocks, achieves V-0 UL-94 ratings in bio-based polyamide composites while reducing environmental impact through lower lifecycle emissions compared to brominated alternatives.^[61] Radiation crosslinking of phosphinate-treated, wood-filled bio-polyamides further enhances fire retardancy, promoting char formation and mechanical integrity for eco-friendly engineering plastics.^[62]

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In a bath containing 30 g/L of nickel sulfate (0.9 oz/gal Ni), the sodium hypophosphite concentration should be 30 to 40 g/L.
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Electroless nickel plating – everything you need to know
Jun 15, 2018 · – Control of the plating baths: Temperature, pH, nickel ion concentration and hypophosphite concentration all need to be carefully managed ...
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Electroless Nickel Plating Formulation For Automotive And ...
Aug 18, 2016 · Electro less plating processes are considered to be much convenient, cheaper and best for deposition on parts with lot of holes, cleavages, bents, curves, ...
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Advantages of Electroless Nickel Plating | Blog - Magnaplate
This autocatalytic process does not require an electrical current, external power or complex anodes. It produces a uniform coating even on sharp edges and ...
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Sodium Hypophosphite Monohydrate (CAS 10039-56-2) Market size ...
Rating 4.2 (53) In China alone, the production capacity of sodium hypophosphite is expected to reach over 20,000 tons by 2025. Concurrently, North America and Europe are ...
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Sodium Hypophosphite Powder for Chemical Synthesis - Sodium ...
Sodium Hypophosphite Powder for Chemical Synthesis. Water Treatment – Oxygen Scavenger & Corrosion Inhibitor. In industrial water systems, sodium ...
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JPH0377697A - Sequestering agent for water system of boiler ...
... boiler without corroding the steel surface of the boiler. ... oxygen scavenger are used in combination, the ... hypophosphite, We synthesized copolymers with ...
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A Brief Evaluation of Antioxidants, Antistatics, and Plasticizers ... - NIH
Phosphites, especially organophosphorus compounds, which are extremely effective stabilizers during processing and are typically used with a primary ...
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Role of Organophosphites in UPVC processing - Kanademy
Phosphite esters are well known for its antioxidant function as well as antioxidant synergist in PVC applications. · Organophosphites assist this reaction in ...
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Enhancement of Biological Durability and Fire Safety in Wood ...
This study demonstrated that modifying Scots pine sapwood with maleic anhydride (MA) and sodium hypophosphite (SHP) significantly enhanced its resistance to ...
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Carbonization‐dominated synergistic behaviors of ammonium ...
Jun 26, 2022 · A binary composite system containing ammonium hypophosphite (NHP) and expandable graphite (EG) was applied to prepare flame-retardant FPUF.
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Asymmetric Hydrogenation of Di and Trisubstituted Enol ... - PubMed
Apr 23, 2008 · Enol phosphinates are structural analogues of enol acetates, and the hydrogenated alkyl phosphinate products can easily be transformed into the ...
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Ni-Catalyzed Asymmetric Hydrogenation of α-Substituted α,β ...
Jan 30, 2023 · Corresponding phosphinate and phosphine oxide analogs of II were prepd. to assess the steric and electronic requirements around the ...
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Structure-Guided, Single-Point Modifications in the Phosphinic ...
Phosphinic peptide analogues are potent, reversible, and competitive inhibitors of metalloproteases, the enzymes that catalyze the cleavage of an amide bond in ...
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Understanding the Phosphonate Products - Penn State Extension
Oct 1, 2025 · Phosphonate, Broadly, any compound containing a carbon to phosphorus bond. · Phosphorous acid, Anhydrous solid substance, often cited by its ...Missing: phosphinate | Show results with:phosphinate
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Life Cycle Assessment of Phosphinate-Based and Brominated ...
Feb 21, 2024 · The goal of this study is to investigate the environmental impacts of DEPAL-based flame retardants in polyamides for use in connectors, plugs, and USB-C ports.
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Effectiveness of phosphinates and radiation crosslinking on fire ...
Fire-retarded, bio-based polyamides were successfully radiation cross-linked in the presence or absence of wood particles.