Description

(1-Chloro-2-Formylvinyl)Ferrocene is a versatile organometallic compound featuring a functionalized ferrocene core, making it a valuable synthon for advanced materials and catalysis research. Its unique structure, combining redox-active ferrocene with reactive chloro and formyl groups, enables precise molecular engineering for specialized applications. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and material scientists in the fields of nonlinear optics (NLO), polymer modification, and as a precursor for chiral ligands in asymmetric catalysis.

Application

• Precursor for Advanced Materials: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing polymers and molecular wires with tailored electronic and optical properties.
• Nonlinear Optical (NLO) Materials: Used in the development of chromophores for applications in telecommunications, data storage, and optical limiting devices.
• Catalysis Research: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of novel ferrocenyl-based ligands used in asymmetric synthesis and homogeneous catalysis.
• Electrochemical Sensors: Functionalized to create redox-active surfaces for biosensing and chemical detection platforms.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in medicinal chemistry research for the development of novel bioactive molecules and drug candidates.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into polymer backbones to impart redox activity, thermal stability, or specific recognition sites.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1-Chloro-2-Formylvinyl)Ferrocene
CAS No.	12085-68-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₁ClFeO
Molecular Weight	274.52 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-2-formylethenylferrocene; Ferrocenecarboxaldehyde, 1-chloroethenyl deriv.; 1-Chloro-2-formylvinylferrocene; (1-Chloroethenyl)ferrocenecarboxaldehyde; 2-(1-Chlorovinyl)-1-ferrocenecarboxaldehyde; 1-Ferrocenyl-3-chloro-2-propen-1-one (tautomeric form); Fc-CH=C(Cl)CHO (abbreviation)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of (1-Chloro-2-Formylvinyl)Ferrocene is subjected to rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our standard material meets a typical purity specification of ≥95% (by HPLC). We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. For research requiring specific purity grades (e.g., >98% or 99%), custom synthesis and purification services are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent oxidation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red-brown crystalline solid
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.