Diphenüülkarbonaadiga

Diphenüülkarbonaadiga is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C13H10O3. It is an ester of carbonic acid and phenol, with the chemical structure typically represented as (C6H5O)2CO. This compound is a solid at room temperature and can appear as white crystals or powder.

It is often used as a reagent in organic synthesis. One of its primary applications is as a source of the phenoxycarbonyl group in reactions. This group can be introduced into other molecules through various chemical transformations. Diphenüülkarbonaadiga can also react with amines to form carbamates and with alcohols to form carbonates. Its reactivity makes it a useful tool for chemists designing new molecules or modifying existing ones.

The synthesis of diphenüülkarbonaadiga typically involves the reaction of phenol with phosgene or a phosgene equivalent. Due to the hazardous nature of phosgene, alternative methods utilizing less toxic reagents are often preferred in laboratory settings. Safety precautions are essential when handling diphenüülkarbonaadiga, as with many organic chemicals, and appropriate protective equipment should be used. Information regarding its specific properties, such as melting point and solubility, can be found in chemical databases and literature.