Description

Diphenylphosphinoferrocene is a versatile organometallic ligand featuring a ferrocene backbone with a diphenylphosphino substituent. This compound is highly valued for its unique combination of electronic properties and steric bulk, making it an effective catalyst component in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel chemical entities and fine chemicals.

Application

• Asymmetric Catalysis: As a chiral ligand in transition metal-catalyzed reactions, including hydrogenation, hydrosilylation, and C-C bond formation.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serving as a supporting ligand in palladium-catalyzed Suzuki, Heck, and Sonogashira couplings for constructing complex organic molecules.
• Material Science Research: Used in the synthesis of novel organometallic polymers and redox-active materials for electronic applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: A key reagent in the production of chiral active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex intermediates.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in the research and synthesis of new, more effective crop protection agents.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental tool for exploring new catalytic systems and reaction mechanisms in chemistry laboratories worldwide.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diphenylphosphinoferrocene
CAS No.	12098-17-8
Molecular Formula	C22H19FeP
Molecular Weight	370.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1'-Bis(diphenylphosphino)ferrocene (dppf); DPPF; Ferrocenylbis(diphenylphosphine); 1,1'-Ferrocenediyl-bis(diphenylphosphine); Bis(diphenylphosphino)ferrocene; NSC 169155; 1,1'-Bis(diphenylphosphanyl)ferrocene
EINECS	235-254-6

Quality Control

Our Diphenylphosphinoferrocene is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to verify identity and purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. We adhere to a cGMP-compliant quality management system to meet the stringent requirements of research and production applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, this material should be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. The container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture ingress and oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	180 - 184 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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