Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA)

CAS Number1066-51-9
Molecular FormulaCH6NO3P
Molecular Weight111.04
InChI KeyMGRVRXRGTBOSHW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
LogP-4.7
Synonyms
  • (Aminomethyl)phosphonic acid
  • 1066-51-9
  • AMINOMETHYLPHOSPHONIC ACID
  • Aminomethanephosphonic acid
  • 1-Aminomethylphosphonic acid
  • AMeP
  • 1-Aminomethylphosphonate
  • Amino methane phosphoric acid
  • Caswell No. 037C
  • Phosphaglycine
  • (1-Aminomethyl)phosphonic acid
  • Phosphonic acid, (aminomethyl)-
  • Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA)
  • Phosphonic acid, aminomethyl-
  • UNII-90825O5C1U
  • MFCD00008105
  • NSC 30076
  • EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 207800
  • CHEBI:28812
  • (Aminomethyl)phosphonic acid, 99%
  • GEO-00169
  • 90825O5C1U
  • AK384725
  • aminomethylphosphonate
  • (aminomethyl)phosphonate
  • CHEMBL41873
  • Ammonium-methanephosphonic acid anion
  • (Aminomethyl)phosphonic acid, analytical standard
  • CH6NO3P
  • CCRIS 9453
  • Glyphosate metabolite
  • ACMC-1BRT5
  • Amino Methyl Phosphoric Acid
  • SCHEMBL66605
  • (Aminomethane)phosphonic acid
  • Glyphosat-trimesium metabolite

Applications:

HPLC ELSD Method for Analysis of FMOC Derivatized AMPA and Glyphosate on Chromni Column

August 20, 2026

HPLC Method for Analysis of Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA), Glyphosate on Chromni Column by SIELC Technologies

High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) Method for Analysis of Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA), Glyphosate.

Aminomethylphosphonic Acid is an aminophosphonate with the chemical formula CH6NO3P. It is primarily used as a biocide and pesticide, as well as in research to assess the exposure of glyphosate. It is a major toxic metabolite of glyphosate as is considered to be a similar toxicological concern. You can find detailed UV spectra of Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA) and information about its various lambda maxima by visiting the following link.

Glyphosate is an herbicide with a chemical formula of C3H8NO5P. It works through blocking enzymes, like 5-enolpyruvylshikimate-3-phosphate synthase, essential for plant growth. It is typically found in agricultural work, but can occasionally be found in forestry and garden care. You can find detailed UV spectra of Glyphosate and information about its various lambda maxima by visiting the following link.

Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA), Glyphosate can be retained and analyzed using the Chromni stationary phase column. The analysis utilizes a gradient method with a simple mobile phase consisting of water and acetonitrile (MeCN) and ammonium acetate. Detection is performed using UV.

Condition

ColumnChromni, 2.1 x 150 mm, 3 µm, 100 A, surface coated
Mobile PhaseMeCN/H2O
BufferAmAc pH 3.0 – 10 mM
Flow Rate0.2 ml/min
DetectionUV 260 nm

Description

Class of CompoundsAminophosphonate & Herbicide
Analyzing CompoundsAminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA), Glyphosate

Application Column

Chromni

Column Diameter: 2.1 mm
Column Length: 150 mm
Particle Size: 3 µm
Pore Size: 100 A
Column options: surface coated

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Application Analytes:
Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA)
Glyphosate

Application Detection:
UV Detection
SIELC Technologies usually develops more than one method for each compound. Therefore, this particular method may not be the best available method from our portfolio for your specific application. Before you decide to implement this method in your research, please send us an email to research@sielc.com so we can ensure you get optimal results for your compound/s of interest.

HPLC ELSD Method for Analysis of Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA) on Chromni Column

August 18, 2026

HPLC Method for Analysis of Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA) on Chromni Column by SIELC Technologies

High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) Method for Analysis of Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA).

Aminomethylphosphonic Acid is an aminophosphonate with the chemical formula CH6NO3P. It is primarily used as a biocide and pesticide, as well as in research to assess the exposure of glyphosate. It is a major toxic metabolite of glyphosate as is considered to be a similar toxicological concern. You can find detailed UV spectra of Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA) and information about its various lambda maxima by visiting the following link.

Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA) can be retained and analyzed using the Chromni stationary phase column. The analysis utilizes an isocraticmethod with a simple mobile phase consisting of water and acetonitrile (MeCN) and TFA. Detection is performed using ELSD.

Condition

ColumnChromni, 2.1 x 150 mm, 3 µm, 100 A, surface coated
Mobile PhaseMeCN/H2O – 80/20%
BufferTFA – 0.2%
Flow Rate0.2 ml/min
DetectionELSD
Limit Of Detection*300 ppm
*LOD was determined for this combination of instrument, method, and analyte, and it can vary from one laboratory to another even when the same general type of analysis is being performed.

Description

Class of CompoundsAcid
Analyzing CompoundsAminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA)

Application Column

Chromni

Column Diameter: 2.1 mm
Column Length: 150 mm
Particle Size: 3 µm
Pore Size: 100 A
Column options: surface coated

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Application Analytes:
Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA)

Application Detection:
ELSD Detection
SIELC Technologies usually develops more than one method for each compound. Therefore, this particular method may not be the best available method from our portfolio for your specific application. Before you decide to implement this method in your research, please send us an email to research@sielc.com so we can ensure you get optimal results for your compound/s of interest.

Uv-Vis Spectrum of Aminomethylphosphonic Acid

January 9, 2026
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UV-Vis Spectrum of Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA).

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For optimal results in HPLC analysis, it is recommended to measure absorbance at a wavelength that matches the absorption maximum of the compound(s) being analyzed. The UV spectrum shown can assist in selecting an appropriate wavelength for your analysis. Please note that certain mobile phases and buffers may block wavelengths below 230 nm, rendering absorbance measurement at these wavelengths ineffective. If detection below 230 nm is required, it is recommended to use acetonitrile and water as low UV-transparent mobile phases, with phosphoric acid and its salts, sulfuric acid, and TFA as buffers.
For some compounds, the UV-Vis Spectrum is affected by the pH of the mobile phase. The spectra presented here are measured with an acidic mobile phase that has a pH of 3 or lower.

 

 

Application Analytes:
Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA)
SIELC Technologies usually develops more than one method for each compound. Therefore, this particular method may not be the best available method from our portfolio for your specific application. Before you decide to implement this method in your research, please send us an email to research@sielc.com so we can ensure you get optimal results for your compound/s of interest.

HPLC Separation of Polar Pesticides on Newcrom B Column

November 19, 2020

HPLC Method for Glyphosate, Phosphorous acid, Fosetyl-Al, Bromide, Chlorate, Perchlorate, Bialaphos, Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA), Bromate, Sodium Bromate, 3-(Methylphosphinico)propionic acid on Newcrom B by SIELC Technologies

High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) Method for Analysis of Glyphosate, Phosphorous acid, Fosetyl-Al, Bromide, Chlorate, Perchlorate, Bialaphos, Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA), Bromate, Sodium Bromate, 3-(Methylphosphinico)propionic acid.

Pesticide is a more generic term that includes herbicides, fungicides and insecticides in its definition. Herbicides are used to control unwanted plants, they are also known as weedkillers. Insecticides are used to kill insects. Fungicides are used to kill parasitic fungi. All are heavily used in agriculture. By using HPLC, many different pesticides can be separated and their retention characteristics controlled using the Newcrom B mixed-mode column.

Condition

Column Newcrom B, 4.6 x 150 mm, 5 µm, 100 A, dual ended
Mobile Phase MeCN/H2O – 10/90%
Buffer AmFm pH 3.0 Gradient  5 – 60 mM 15 min
Flow Rate 1 ml/min
Detection CAD

 

Condition 2

Column Newcrom B, 4.6 x 150 mm, 5 µm, 100 A, dual ended
Mobile Phase MeCN/H2O – 10/90%
Buffer AmFm pH 3.0 Gradient  5 – 15 mM 10 min
Flow Rate 1 ml/min
Detection CAD

 

 

Description

Class of Compounds Pesticides, Herbicides, Fungicides, Insecticides
Analyzing Compounds Glyphosate, Phosphorous acid, Fosetyl-Al, Bromide, Chlorate, Perchlorate, Bialaphos, Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA), Bromate, Sodium Bromate, 3-(Methylphosphinico)propionic acid

 

Application Column

Newcrom B

Column Diameter: 4.6 mm
Column Length: 150 mm
Particle Size: 5 µm
Pore Size: 100 A
Column options: dual ended

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Application Analytes:
3-(Methylphosphinico)propionic acid
Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA)
Bialaphos
Bromate
Bromide
Chlorate
Fosetyl-Al
Glyphosate
Perchlorate
Phosphorous acid
Sodium Bromate

Application Detection:
CAD Detection
SIELC Technologies usually develops more than one method for each compound. Therefore, this particular method may not be the best available method from our portfolio for your specific application. Before you decide to implement this method in your research, please send us an email to research@sielc.com so we can ensure you get optimal results for your compound/s of interest.