2-Methyl-1,3-benzoxazol-4-yl diphenyl­phosphinate
2011

Synthesis of a New Compound from Benzoxazole

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Author Information

Author(s): Dewald J. Kleinhans

Primary Institution: Stellenbosch University

Hypothesis

The study aims to synthesize phosphinite derivatives of benzoxazole ligands.

Conclusion

The title compound, 2-methyl-1,3-benzoxazol-4-yl diphenylphosphinate, was successfully synthesized as the major product.

Supporting Evidence

  • The compound was formed as the major product during the synthesis.
  • No significant intermolecular interactions were observed in the crystal structure.

Takeaway

Scientists made a new chemical compound by mixing some ingredients together, and it turned out to be the main product they wanted.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized by adding diphenyl­phosphine chloride to a solution of 2-methyl-1,3-benzoxazol-4-ol and triethylamine in tetrahydrofuran.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811000420

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