(Ethoxycarbonylmethylene)triphenylphosphoran is used as a Wittig reagent in organic synthesis. It is used in the preparation of indole from o-nitrobenzaldehydes, coumarins from o-hydroxy acetophenone. It acts as an inhibitor and inhibits the activity of cholinesterase.
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Applications(Ethoxycarbonylmethylene)triphenylphosphoran is used as a Wittig reagent in organic synthesis. It is used in the preparation of indole from o-nitrobenzaldehydes, coumarins from o-hydroxy acetophenone. It acts as an inhibitor and inhibits the activity of cholinesterase.
SolubilitySoluble in organic solvents. Insoluble in water.
NotesAir sensitive. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.