Description

Ethylferrocene is a versatile organometallic compound belonging to the ferrocene family, characterized by an ethyl substituent on one of its cyclopentadienyl rings. This modification enhances its solubility in organic solvents and fine-tunes its redox properties, making it a valuable precursor and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the fields of catalysis, materials science, and specialty chemical production for applications ranging from fuel additives to molecular electronics.

Application

• As a key precursor in the synthesis of more complex, functionalized ferrocene derivatives for catalysis and materials research.
• Utilized in electrochemical studies and as a redox-active component in sensor development and energy storage materials.
• Acts as a combustion catalyst and anti-knock additive in specialty fuel formulations.
• Serves as a building block for novel ligands in asymmetric catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Used in the development of advanced polymers and functional materials with unique electronic or magnetic properties.
• Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying electron-transfer processes and structure-property relationships.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Ethylferrocene
CAS No.	1273-89-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₄Fe
Molecular Weight	214.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Monoethylferrocene; (Ethylcyclopentadienyl)cyclopentadienyliron; Ferrocene, ethyl-; Ethyl ferrocene; 1-Ethylferrocene; EINECS 215-076-8
EINECS	215-076-8

Quality Control

Our Ethylferrocene is produced under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, ensuring it meets the exacting standards required for research and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, it is recommended to keep the container under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to dark orange crystalline solid or liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.