2-Diphenylphosphinobenzoic acid is an

organophosphorus compound Organophosphorus compounds are organic compounds containing phosphorus. They are used primarily in pest control as an alternative to chlorinated hydrocarbons that persist in the environment. Some organophosphorus compounds are highly effective in ...

with the formula (C₆H₅)₂PC₆H₄CO₂H. It is a white solid that dissolves in polar organic solvents. The ligand is a component of catalysts used for the

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. It is prepared by the reaction of sodium diphenylphosphide with the sodium salt of

2-chlorobenzoic acid 2-Chlorobenzoic acid is an organic compound with the formula ClC6H4CO2H. It is one of three isomeric chlorobenzoic acids, the one that is the strongest acid. This white solid is used as a precursor to a variety of drugs, food additives, and dy ...

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