Description

Dichloro(1,5-Cyclooctadiene)Platinum(II) is a versatile organometallic complex widely used as a catalyst precursor. This compound is valued for its role in facilitating key chemical transformations, particularly in the synthesis of fine chemicals and advanced materials. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries seeking efficient and selective catalytic processes.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalysis: A key precursor for generating active platinum catalysts in hydrogenation, hydrosilylation, and hydroformylation reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the catalytic synthesis of complex organic molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Materials Science: Employed in the deposition of platinum films and the development of novel metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and coordination polymers.
• Organic Synthesis: Facilitates carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bond-forming reactions in research and development laboratories.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a catalyst in polymerization reactions and the functionalization of polymers.
• Electronics & Semiconductors: Used in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes for creating platinum-containing thin films on electronic components.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dichloro(1,5-Cyclooctadiene)Platinum(II)
CAS No.	12080-32-9
Molecular Formula	C8H12Cl2Pt
Molecular Weight	370.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Platinum(II) 1,5-cyclooctadiene dichloride; (1,5-cyclooctadiene)dichloroplatinum(II); Dichloro(η4-1,5-cyclooctadiene)platinum; Pt(COD)Cl2; COD-PtCl2; Dichloro(cycloocta-1,5-diene)platinum; Platinum dichloride-1,5-cyclooctadiene complex
EINECS	235-149-8

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Each batch is characterized to confirm identity, purity, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results are available upon request. We adhere to strict quality management protocols to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical applications.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Pt content)	≥ 52.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Solubility	Soluble in chlorinated solvents, slightly soluble in aromatic hydrocarbons

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