Description

3-Ferrocenoylpropionic Acid is a versatile organometallic compound featuring a ferrocene moiety linked to a propionic acid chain. This unique structure provides valuable redox properties and chemical functionality, making it a critical intermediate in advanced material science and catalysis. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of electrochemistry, polymer modification, and pharmaceutical synthesis where tailored organometallic building blocks are required.

Application

• Electrochemical Sensor Development: Used as a redox mediator or to functionalize electrode surfaces for enhanced sensitivity and selectivity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating novel ferrocene-containing polymers with unique electronic or magnetic properties.
• Catalysis & Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for chiral ligands or catalysts in asymmetric synthesis and other organometallic catalytic processes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of novel bioactive compounds and drug candidates.
• Non-Linear Optical Materials: Investigated for use in the fabrication of materials with specific light-manipulating properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for exploring new reactions and applications in organometallic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ferrocenoylpropionic Acid
CAS No.	1291-72-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₄FeO₃
Molecular Weight	286.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Ferrocenoyl)propionic Acid; 4-Ferrocenyl-4-oxobutanoic Acid; 3-(Ferrocenecarbonyl)propanoic Acid; β-Ferrocenoylpropionic Acid; 4-Oxo-4-ferrocenylbutyric Acid; 1291-72-1; Ferrocenoylpropionic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-Ferrocenoylpropionic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR, and IR for structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and meet precise customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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