Description

Cyclopentadienyldicarbonyl(Methyl)Iron is a versatile organometallic compound that serves as a key precursor and catalyst in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its unique reactivity profile, enabling precise carbon-carbon bond formation and serving as a fundamental building block in organoiron chemistry. Industrial and academic researchers in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials science need it for developing novel catalysts, fine chemicals, and specialized polymers.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in homogeneous catalysis for organic transformations, including hydrogenation and carbonylation reactions.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a methyl or carbonyl transfer agent in the synthesis of complex organic molecules and natural products.
• Polymerization Catalyst Component: Employed in the development and study of novel polymerization catalysts for specialty plastics and elastomers.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for depositing iron-containing thin films or nanomaterials via chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or atomic layer deposition (ALD).
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Utilized in the research and development stages for creating novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for mechanistic studies and exploring new reactions in organometallic and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopentadienyldicarbonyl(Methyl)Iron
CAS No.	12080-06-7
Molecular Formula	C8H8FeO2
Molecular Weight	192.00 g/mol
Synonyms	(Methylcyclopentadienyl)iron dicarbonyl; CpFe(CO)2CH3; Methyl(cyclopentadienyl)iron dicarbonyl; Dicarbonyl(methylcyclopentadienyl)iron; Methylcyclopentadienyldicarbonyliron; (η5-C5H5)Fe(CO)2CH3; Iron, dicarbonyl(methyl-η5-cyclopentadienyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cyclopentadienyldicarbonyl(Methyl)Iron 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, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This material is easily oxidized and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red-brown solid or liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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