Chemical Name: | 1,3,2-Dioxaphosphorinane, 4-(2-chlorophenyl)-2-hydroxy-5,5-dimethyl-,2-oxide, (4S)- |
CAS Number: | 98674-86-3 |
Product Number: | AG003CE4(AGN-PC-0W8IK4) |
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Molecular Formula: | C11H14ClO4P |
Molecular Weight: | 276.6532 |
In chemical synthesis, (4S)-4-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2-hydroxy-5,5-dimethyl-1,3,2-dioxaphosphinane 2-oxide, often referred to simply as $name$, serves as a versatile building block for creating complex organic molecules. This compound's unique structure, featuring a phosphorus atom in a cyclic dioxaphosphinane ring, imparts distinctive reactivity and functional group compatibility, making it a valuable tool in organic synthesis. One key application of $name$ is in the formation of phosphorus-containing ligands for catalytic processes. By modifying the hydroxyl and chlorophenyl groups on the phosphorus atom, chemists can tailor the ligand's steric and electronic properties to enhance its coordination with metal catalysts. This, in turn, enables the selective activation of specific bonds in target molecules, facilitating the synthesis of intricate organic compounds with high efficiency and selectivity.