Description

Cyclopentadienylmolybdenum(II) tricarbonyl dimer is a versatile organometallic compound and a key precursor in advanced materials science and catalysis. This compound matters for its role as a fundamental building block in the synthesis of molybdenum-based catalysts and as a vapor deposition source for thin films. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of homogeneous catalysis, chemical vapor deposition (CVD), and materials science for developing new polymers and electronic materials.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing highly active molybdenum-based catalysts used in olefin metathesis, hydrogenation, and polymerization reactions.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Used as a volatile molybdenum source for depositing thin films of molybdenum, molybdenum carbide, or molybdenum nitride on substrates for semiconductor and coating applications.
• Materials Research: Acts as a key reagent in the development of novel organometallic complexes and cluster compounds with tailored electronic and catalytic properties.
• Polymerization Catalysis: Employed in the study and development of catalysts for the polymerization of alkenes and other monomers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental compound for investigating reaction mechanisms and exploring new synthetic pathways in organometallic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopentadienylmolybdenum(II) Tricarbonyl Dimer
CAS No.	12128-23-3
Molecular Formula	C16H10Mo2O6
Molecular Weight	514.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(cyclopentadienylmolybdenum tricarbonyl); Di-μ-carbonyl-bis(cyclopentadienylmolybdenum tricarbonyl); Cp2Mo2(CO)6; Molybdenum, dicarbonyl(η5-2,4-cyclopentadien-1-yl)-, dimer; Cyclopentadienylmolybdenum tricarbonyl dimer; Molybdenum cyclopentadienyl tricarbonyl dimer
EINECS	235-230-8

Quality Control

Our Cyclopentadienylmolybdenum(II) tricarbonyl dimer is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques, including NMR, IR spectroscopy, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and physical properties is provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. The container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent oxidation and moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red-brown crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (NMR)	≥ 95%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., toluene, THF, dichloromethane)

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