
Catalog Number	AR000LDY
Chemical Name	Phosphonium, (2-oxopropyl)triphenyl-, chloride (1:1)
CAS Number	1235-21-8
Molecular Formula	C21H20ClOP
Molecular Weight	354.8097
MDL Number	MFCD00011813
SMILES	CC(=O)C[P+](c1ccccc1)(c1ccccc1)c1ccccc1.[Cl-]
NSC Number	6741

(2-Oxopropyl)triphenylphosphonium chloride is a versatile reagent widely used in chemical synthesis for its ability to act as a strong acylating agent. In organic chemistry, it is commonly employed in the preparation of esters, amides, and other acyl derivatives through acylation reactions. This compound effectively transfers its acyl group to nucleophilic compounds, allowing for the efficient formation of new chemical bonds.Moreover, (2-Oxopropyl)triphenylphosphonium chloride is frequently utilized in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals due to its high reactivity and selectivity. Its ability to facilitate transformations under mild conditions and provide high yields makes it a valuable tool for chemists working in medicinal chemistry, natural product synthesis, and material science.Additionally, this reagent can participate in multicomponent reactions and serve as a key building block in the construction of complex molecular structures. Its compatibility with a wide range of functional groups and its easy manipulation make it a valuable asset in the toolbox of synthetic chemists seeking to streamline their synthetic pathways and expedite the discovery of novel compounds.