Description

Bis(Cyclopentadienyl)Zirconium Dichloride is a versatile organometallic compound widely used as a catalyst precursor and chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its role in facilitating key polymerization and organic synthesis reactions, offering high reactivity and selectivity. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of polyolefin catalysis, materials science, and advanced chemical synthesis.

Application

• Polyolefin Catalyst Precursor: A key component in Ziegler-Natta and metallocene catalyst systems for the production of polyethylene and polypropylene.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used as a versatile reagent in organic transformations, including cyclization and cross-coupling reactions.
• Thin Film Deposition (CVD/ALD): Serves as a zirconium source in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD) processes for creating high-performance ceramic coatings.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organometallic frameworks and advanced polymeric materials.
• Co-catalyst in Polymerization: Functions with activators like methylaluminoxane (MAO) to form highly active catalytic species for stereospecific polymerizations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Cyclopentadienyl)Zirconium Dichloride
CAS No.	1291-32-3
Molecular Formula	C10H10Cl2Zr
Molecular Weight	292.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Zirconocene Dichloride; Dichlorobis(cyclopentadienyl)zirconium(IV); Cp2ZrCl2; Dicyclopentadienylzirconium Dichloride; Bis(η5-cyclopentadienyl)zirconium(IV) Dichloride; Zirconium, dichlorobis(η5-2,4-cyclopentadien-1-yl)-; (C5H5)2ZrCl2
EINECS	215-071-0

Quality Control

Our Bis(Cyclopentadienyl)Zirconium Dichloride is manufactured under controlled conditions and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, metal impurities, and chloride content. Our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial-scale chemical synthesis.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Zirconocene Dichloride)	≥ 98.0 %
Chloride Content	24.0 - 24.5 %
Zirconium (Zr) Content	30.5 - 31.5 %
Solubility (in Toluene)	Clear solution

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