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Iodo(triethyl Phosphite)copper(I) is a catalyst for organic synthesis.

1.Nishizawa, Y. BCJ 1961, 34, 1170.

Iodo(triethyl phosphite)copper(I) is synthesized in 88.6% yield by addition of Copper(I) Iodide to a solution of Triethyl Phosphite in benzene; the mixture is stirred and heated until the CuI dissolves; the complex is obtained upon evaporation of the solvent under reduced pressure.¹

Iodo(triethyl Phosphite)copper(I) is recrystallized from petroleum ether.

Iodo(triethyl Phosphite)copper(I) is irritant; use in a fume hood; mechanical exhaust required; harmful by inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption; incompatible with strong oxidizing agents; sensitive to air, moisture, and light; store under N2 in a cool dry place.