Compound Q&A
What is Diphenylphosphine oxide (CAS: 4559-70-0)?
Answer
Diphenylphosphine oxide (CAS: 4559-70-0) is an organic compound with the chemical formula C12H10PO. It is a white solid with a characteristic phosphorus-containing odor, known for its hygroscopic nature and use as a versatile reagent in chemical synthesis. The compound exhibits moderate solubility in organic solvents and is commonly employed in pharmaceutical and industrial applications due to its reactivity and stability under controlled conditions.
About
CAS No
4559-70-0
English Name
Diphenylphosphine oxide
Molecular Formula
C12H11OP
Molecular Weight
202.19 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)[P+](=O)C2=CC=CC=C2
InChIKey
ASUOLLHGALPRFK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-29 08:30
