(Triphenylphosphoranylidene)ketene

(三苯基膦烯)乙烯酮

Also known as: Bestmann Ylide, Ketenylidene(triphenyl)phosphorane, (Triphenylphosphoranylidene)ethenone, 2-triphenylphosphoranylideneethenone, Ethenone, 2-(triphenylphosphoranylidene)-, Bestmann reagent, Bestmann's ylide

(Triphenylphosphoranylidene)ketene (CAS 15596-07-3) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C20H15OP and a molecular weight of 302.30600 g/mol. It is also known as Bestmann Ylide, Ketenylidene(triphenyl)phosphorane and (Triphenylphosphoranylidene)ethenone. Key properties include a melting point of 171ºC, a boiling point of 455.4ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.12g/cm3 and a flash point of 229.2ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
15596-07-3
Jingsj CID
J-1438198-4
Molecular Formula
C20H15OP
Chinese Name
(三苯基膦烯)乙烯酮
Molecular Weight
302.30600 g/mol
Category
Ketones
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point171ºC
Boiling Point455.4ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.12g/cm3
Flash Point229.2ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (Triphenylphosphoranylidene)ketene?

The CAS number of (Triphenylphosphoranylidene)ketene is 15596-07-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (Triphenylphosphoranylidene)ketene?

(Triphenylphosphoranylidene)ketene has molecular formula C20H15OP and molecular weight 302.30600 g/mol.

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