(Hydroxymethyl)phosphonic acid
Also known as: Phosphonomethanol, hydroxymethanephosphonic acid, methanehydroxyphosphonic acid, methylolphosphonic acid, phosphonic acid, (hydroxymethyl)-, phosphonic acid, p-(hydroxymethyl)-
(Hydroxymethyl)phosphonic acid (CAS 2617-47-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula CH5O4P and a molecular weight of 112.02200 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 413ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.815g/cm3 and a flash point of 203.6ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2617-47-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-1365419-8
- Molecular Formula
- CH5O4P
- Molecular Weight
- 112.02200 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 413ºC at 760mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.815g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 203.6ºC |
| Exact Mass | 111.99300 |
| PSA | 87.57000 |
| Vapor Pressure | 1.52E-08mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of (Hydroxymethyl)phosphonic acid?
The CAS number of (Hydroxymethyl)phosphonic acid is 2617-47-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (Hydroxymethyl)phosphonic acid?
(Hydroxymethyl)phosphonic acid has molecular formula CH5O4P and molecular weight 112.02200 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (Hydroxymethyl)phosphonic acid?
For (Hydroxymethyl)phosphonic acid, Upstream Products: Diglycolic acid, Glycolic acid, Formaldehyde; Downstream Products: 2-Chloro-1,3,2-benzodioxaphosphole 2-oxide, (Chloromethyl)phosphonic dichloride, N-(Phosphonomethyl)glycine monosodium salt.
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