Description

Dibenzyl Selenide is an organoselenium compound characterized by two benzyl groups bonded to a central selenium atom. This chemical serves as a versatile and valuable reagent in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing selenium-containing functional groups. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials science. Its stability under certain conditions makes it a practical choice for specialized synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and bioactive molecules containing selenium.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing new fungicides or plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a selenium transfer agent in various coupling and functionalization reactions.
• Materials Science Precursor: Employed in the research of selenium-containing polymers or advanced nanomaterials.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Chemical Research Standard: Provides a reference compound in analytical and spectroscopic studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dibenzyl Selenide
CAS No.	1842-38-2
Molecular Formula	C14H14Se
Molecular Weight	261.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl Selenide; Selenobis(methylene)dibenzene; Dibenzylselane; (Phenylmethyl)selane; 1,1'-(Selenodimethylene)bisbenzene; NSC 66445; Bis(phenylmethyl) selenide
EINECS	217-418-6

Quality Control

Our Dibenzyl Selenide is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to verify identity and assay. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity and specific test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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