Product Name: [2-(1,3-Dioxan-2-yl)ethyl]triphenylphosphonium bromide
CAS No.: 69891-92-5
Molecular Formula: C24H26BrO2P
Molecular Weight: 457.35 g/mol

Synonyms:
- 2-(1,3-Dioxan-2-yl)ethyltriphenylphosphonium bromide

MDL Number: MFCD00012000
EC Number: 274-189-5

Product Description:
[2-(1,3-Dioxan-2-yl)ethyl]triphenylphosphonium bromide (CAS 69891-92-5) is a phosphonium salt commonly used as a three-carbon homologating agent in organic synthesis, particularly for preparing unsaturated compounds.

Applications:
1. Wittig and Related Olefination Reactions:
- Acts as a three-carbon chain extension reagent
- Generation of phosphorus ylides

2. Synthesis:
- Used to synthesize α,β- or β,γ-unsaturated compounds
- Preparation of unsaturated compounds

Safety and Handling:
- Causes skin and serious eye irritation
- May cause respiratory irritation
- Requires standard personal protective equipment including gloves, eye protection, and face protection during handling
- Store at room temperature

Product Category: Phosphonium Salts / Organic Building Blocks / Wittig Reagents

Features:
- Three-carbon homologating agent
- Phosphonium salt
- Widely used in organic synthesis

Note: For research and development purposes only.

Product Classification:
- Building Blocks
- Wittig Reagents
- Organic Intermediates
- Specialty Chemicals

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