Description

Dimethyl 1,1'-Ferrocenedicarboxylate is a key organometallic building block and a versatile derivative of ferrocene, prized for its unique redox properties and structural stability. This compound serves as a crucial precursor in advanced materials science and catalysis, enabling the synthesis of functional polymers, ligands, and complex molecular architectures. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of electroactive polymers, asymmetric catalysis, and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• Precursor for Redox-Active Polymers: Used in the synthesis of ferrocene-containing polymers for applications in sensors, battery materials, and electrochromic devices.
• Ligand Synthesis in Homogeneous Catalysis: Serves as a starting material for creating chiral and non-chiral ligands used in asymmetric hydrogenation and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science and Nanotechnology: A building block for constructing metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), dendrimers, and other functional nanostructured materials.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of novel organometallic drug candidates and bioactive molecules.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for exploring new organometallic chemistry, reaction mechanisms, and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl 1,1'-Ferrocenedicarboxylate
CAS No.	1273-95-6
Molecular Formula	C14H14FeO4
Molecular Weight	302.10 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1'-Ferrocenedicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Dimethyl Ferrocene-1,1'-dicarboxylate; Ferrocene-1,1'-dicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester; 1,1'-Bis(methoxycarbonyl)ferrocene; Diethyl 1,1'-Ferrocenedicarboxylate (common misnomer); Fc(CO2CH3)2; Bis(methyl carboxylate)ferrocene
EINECS	215-062-5

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl 1,1'-Ferrocenedicarboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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