Description

1,1'-Dibromoferrocene is a versatile and highly functionalized organometallic compound, a key building block in advanced materials science and catalysis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of bromine atoms on the ferrocene core, making it an excellent precursor for further cross-coupling reactions and polymer synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of electroactive polymers, asymmetric catalysis, and pharmaceutical intermediate development.

Application

• Precursor for Functionalized Ferrocenes: Serves as a critical starting material for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to create complex ferrocene derivatives.
• Electroactive Materials: Used in the synthesis of conductive polymers, redox-active films, and components for sensors and electronic devices.
• Ligand Synthesis: Key intermediate for preparing chiral and achiral phosphine ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed in the development of novel organometallic drug candidates and bioactive molecules.
• Material Science: Building block for metallopolymers, dendrimers, and other advanced macromolecular structures with unique properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental reagent for exploring new organometallic chemistry and catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1'-Dibromoferrocene
CAS No.	1293-65-8
Molecular Formula	C10H8Br2Fe
Molecular Weight	343.82 g/mol
Synonyms	Ferrocene, 1,1'-dibromo-; Dibromoferrocene; 1,1'-Dibromodiferrocene (common misnomer); Bis(bromocyclopentadienyl)iron; (Bromocyclopentadienyl)(bromocyclopentadienyl)iron; 1,1'-Dibromoferrocenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,1'-Dibromoferrocene is produced under controlled conditions to ensure high chemical purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to verify identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red-brown crystalline 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.