Compound Q&A
How is Methylenebis(diphenylphosphine) (CAS: 2071-20-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
Methylenebis(diphenylphosphine) is typically synthesized via the reaction of diphenylphosphine with a suitable reagent such as chloromethane. The synthesis is usually performed under mild conditions, and the yield can be as high as 85%. Commonly, this reaction is catalyzed by various Lewis acids to improve selectivity and efficiency.
About
CAS No
2071-20-7
English Name
Methylenebis(diphenylphosphine)
Molecular Formula
C25H22P2
Molecular Weight
384.4 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)P(CP(C2=CC=CC=C2)C3=CC=CC=C3)C4=CC=CC=C4
InChIKey
XGCDBGRZEKYHNV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:18
