Description

1-(Ferrocenyl)Ethanol is an organometallic compound featuring a ferrocene moiety, a versatile building block prized for its unique redox properties and structural stability. This compound is a valuable chiral intermediate and ligand precursor, enabling the synthesis of advanced materials and catalysts with tailored electronic characteristics. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of asymmetric catalysis, materials science, and pharmaceutical chemistry who require high-purity organometallic reagents.

Application

• Catalyst and Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for chiral ferrocenyl phosphine ligands used in asymmetric hydrogenation and cross-coupling reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly those leveraging organometallic complexes.
• Advanced Material Development: Used in the creation of redox-active polymers, molecular sensors, and non-linear optical materials.
• Electrochemical Studies: Acts as a model compound for investigating electron transfer processes due to the well-defined electrochemistry of the ferrocene/ferrocenium couple.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for exploring new organometallic chemistry and applications in catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Ferrocenyl)Ethanol
CAS No.	1277-49-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₄FeO
Molecular Weight	230.09 g/mol
Synonyms	(Ferrocenyl)ethanol; α-Ferrocenylethanol; 1-Ferrocenylethanol; 1-Hydroxyethylferrocene; (1-Hydroxyethyl)ferrocene; Ferrocenemethanol, α-methyl-; (Ferrocen-1-yl)ethanol
EINECS	215-076-8

Quality Control

Our 1-(Ferrocenyl)Ethanol is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and physical properties is provided with every shipment.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.