Olefination Reactions Using Tetraarylphosphonium (TAP)-Supported Phosphorus Ylides

Tetraarylphosphonium (TAP)-supported phosphorus ylides were prepared and used in copper-catalyzed olefination reactions with diazo compounds to produce conjugated esters, amides, and phosphonates. The TAP-phosphine oxide can easily be separated from the alkene product, recycled, and reused.