Description

Pentylferrocene is a versatile organometallic compound belonging to the ferrocene family, characterized by a pentyl side chain attached to one of its cyclopentadienyl rings. This modification enhances its solubility in organic solvents and tailors its electrochemical properties, making it a valuable precursor and building block in advanced materials science. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of electrochemistry, catalysis, and polymer science for developing novel sensors, conductive polymers, and asymmetric catalysts.

Application

• Electrochemical Sensor Development: Used as a redox mediator and electron transfer agent in biosensors and chemical sensors.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Serves as a chiral ligand precursor for synthesizing catalysts used in enantioselective synthesis.
• Conductive Polymers & Materials: Acts as a functional monomer or dopant to create ferrocene-containing polymers with unique redox and electronic properties.
• Fuel Additive Research: Investigated as a combustion catalyst and anti-knock agent in fuel formulations.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: A key starting material for synthesizing more complex ferrocene derivatives and organometallic complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the fabrication of molecular electronics, non-linear optical materials, and liquid crystals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentylferrocene
CAS No.	1274-00-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₀Fe
Molecular Weight	256.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Amylferrocene; (Pentylcyclopentadienyl)cyclopentadienyliron; 1-Pentylferrocene; Ferrocene, pentyl-; Monoamylferrocene; (n-Pentyl)ferrocene; CpFeC5H4(CH2)4CH3
EINECS	215-056-8

Quality Control

Our Pentylferrocene is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting requirements of research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to prevent oxidation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to dark orange crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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