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Wadsworth-Emmons Reagents

Santa Cruz Biotechnology now offers a broad range of Wadsworth-Emmons Reagents for use in various applications. Wadsworth-Emmons reagents are essential tools in organic chemistry, particularly for the synthesis of alkenes through the Wadsworth-Emmons reaction, a modification of the Horner-Wadsworth-Emmons (HWE) olefination. These reagents are phosphonate esters that react with aldehydes or ketones to form trans-alkenes, which are crucial intermediates in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. The reaction is highly valued for its ability to produce alkenes with excellent stereoselectivity, making it indispensable for constructing carbon-carbon double bonds in a controlled and predictable manner. In scientific research, Wadsworth-Emmons reagents are employed to synthesize a wide variety of natural products and polymers, enabling the exploration of new chemical entities and the development of innovative materials. These reagents allow chemists to fine-tune reaction conditions to achieve desired outcomes, thereby facilitating the study of reaction mechanisms and the optimization of synthetic pathways. The availability of high-purity Wadsworth-Emmons reagents from Santa Cruz Biotechnology ensures that researchers can conduct their experiments with confidence, achieving reproducible and reliable results that are critical for advancing scientific knowledge. By providing a comprehensive selection of these reagents, Santa Cruz Biotechnology supports the scientific community in their efforts to explore the vast potential of organic synthesis and develop new methodologies for chemical innovation. View detailed information on our available Wadsworth-Emmons Reagents by clicking on the product name.

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Diethyl (hydroxymethyl)phosphonate

3084-40-0sc-234633
25 ml
$193.00
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Diethyl (hydroxymethyl)phosphonate serves as an effective Wadsworth-Emmons reagent, distinguished by its ability to generate alkenes through a phosphonate-based pathway. The hydroxymethyl group enhances its nucleophilicity, facilitating smoother reactions with carbonyl compounds. This reagent showcases unique steric and electronic properties, allowing for controlled regioselectivity and stereoselectivity in synthetic transformations, thus broadening its applicability in organic synthesis.

Triethyl 2-phosphonopropionate

3699-66-9sc-255697
10 g
$40.00
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Triethyl 2-phosphonopropionate acts as a versatile Wadsworth-Emmons reagent, notable for its ability to form alkenes via a phosphonate mechanism. Its unique structure promotes efficient nucleophilic attack on carbonyls, leading to high yields of desired products. The presence of the propionate moiety influences reaction kinetics, enhancing selectivity and reactivity. This reagent's distinct electronic characteristics enable fine-tuning of reaction conditions, making it a powerful tool in synthetic organic chemistry.

Triethyl 3-phosphonopropionate

3699-67-0sc-237298
25 ml
$111.00
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Triethyl 3-phosphonopropionate serves as a distinctive Wadsworth-Emmons reagent, characterized by its ability to facilitate the formation of alkenes through a phosphonate-based pathway. The spatial arrangement of its functional groups enhances its reactivity, allowing for effective carbonyl interactions. Its unique steric and electronic properties contribute to selective transformations, enabling chemists to achieve specific stereochemical outcomes with precision in synthetic applications.

Diethyl-4-methylbenzylphosphonate

3762-25-2sc-234675
10 g
$48.00
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Diethyl-4-methylbenzylphosphonate acts as a notable Wadsworth-Emmons reagent, distinguished by its capacity to generate alkenes via a phosphonate mechanism. The presence of the 4-methylbenzyl group introduces unique steric hindrance, influencing reaction selectivity and kinetics. This compound exhibits strong nucleophilic characteristics, promoting efficient carbon-carbon bond formation. Its distinctive electronic properties facilitate diverse synthetic pathways, allowing for tailored reactivity in complex organic transformations.

Dimethyl 2-oxopropylphosphonate

4202-14-6sc-252730
sc-252730A
5 g
25 g
$86.00
$288.00
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Dimethyl 2-oxopropylphosphonate serves as an effective Wadsworth-Emmons reagent, characterized by its ability to facilitate the formation of alkenes through a phosphonate-based mechanism. The presence of the 2-oxopropyl moiety enhances its reactivity, allowing for rapid nucleophilic attack and subsequent carbon-carbon bond formation. Its unique electronic structure and steric profile enable selective reactions, making it a versatile tool in synthetic organic chemistry for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Diethyl 2-bromoethylphosphonate

5324-30-1sc-252708
5 g
$41.00
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Diethyl 2-bromoethylphosphonate acts as a potent Wadsworth-Emmons reagent, distinguished by its ability to generate alkenes via a phosphonate-mediated pathway. The bromine atom enhances electrophilicity, promoting efficient nucleophilic displacement. Its unique steric and electronic characteristics facilitate selective reactions, allowing for the formation of diverse carbon frameworks. This reagent's reactivity is further influenced by the diethyl group, which modulates steric hindrance and enhances reaction kinetics.

(Carbethoxyethylidene)triphenylphosphorane

5717-37-3sc-257216
5 g
$46.00
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Carbethoxyethylidene)triphenylphosphorane serves as a versatile Wadsworth-Emmons reagent, characterized by its ability to form alkenes through a phosphorane intermediate. The triphenylphosphorane moiety provides significant stabilization, enhancing the reagent's nucleophilicity. Its unique electronic properties allow for selective reactions, while the carbethoxy group introduces steric factors that influence reaction pathways. This reagent's behavior is marked by its capacity to facilitate the formation of complex carbon structures efficiently.

Trimethyl phosphonoacetate

5927-18-4sc-251354
25 g
$41.00
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Trimethyl phosphonoacetate acts as a distinctive Wadsworth-Emmons reagent, notable for its ability to generate alkenes via a phosphonate intermediate. The presence of the trimethyl group enhances its solubility and reactivity, promoting efficient nucleophilic attack. Its unique electronic configuration allows for selective formation of carbon-carbon bonds, while steric hindrance from the phosphonate group can direct reaction pathways, leading to diverse synthetic outcomes.

Diethyl (2-cyanoethyl)phosphonate

10123-62-3sc-227823
1 g
$24.00
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Diethyl (2-cyanoethyl)phosphonate serves as a versatile Wadsworth-Emmons reagent, characterized by its ability to facilitate the formation of alkenes through a phosphonate intermediate. The cyanoethyl group enhances its electrophilic nature, allowing for rapid nucleophilic addition. Its unique steric and electronic properties enable selective carbon-carbon bond formation, while the diethyl moiety contributes to its solubility and reactivity, influencing reaction kinetics and pathways for diverse synthetic applications.

Triethyl 2-phosphonobutyrate

17145-91-4sc-229568
5 ml
$61.00
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Triethyl 2-phosphonobutyrate acts as a distinctive Wadsworth-Emmons reagent, notable for its ability to generate alkenes via a phosphonate intermediate. The butyrate moiety introduces unique steric hindrance, which can influence regioselectivity in reactions. Its electron-withdrawing characteristics enhance reactivity, promoting efficient nucleophilic attacks. Additionally, the triethyl group improves solubility, facilitating smoother reaction conditions and diverse synthetic routes.