Tetrakis[1-[[4-alkyl(C11-C13)phenyl]sulfonyl]-(2S)-pyrrolidinecarboxylate]dirhodium(II) (CAS 179162-34-6)

Tetrakis[1-[[4-alkyl(C11-C13)phenyl]sulfonyl]-(2S)-pyrrolidinecarboxylate]dirhodium(II) serves as a highly specialized and efficient catalyst within the realm of asymmetric synthesis, specifically geared towards facilitating the cyclopropanation reactions of various olefins. This compound′s unique mechanism of action lies in its ability to provide a chiral environment, which significantly enhances the enantioselectivity of the cyclopropanation process. As such, it plays a pivotal role in the synthesis of cyclopropane derivatives, which are intermediates in the production of a wide array of complex molecules. Its utilization in research laboratories is instrumental in advancing the field of organic chemistry, especially in the development of new synthetic methodologies that require high precision and selectivity in the construction of chiral molecules. This catalyst′s effectiveness not only streamlines the synthetic route for generating compounds with desired stereochemistry but also significantly impacts the efficiency and outcome of chemical reactions in research applications, making it useful in the synthesis of novel organic compounds.