Description

Tetracarbonyl(1,5-Cyclooctadiene)Tungsten is a valuable organometallic compound of tungsten, characterized by its carbonyl and cyclooctadiene ligands. This compound matters as a versatile precursor and catalyst in advanced chemical synthesis, offering a reactive tungsten center for the development of novel materials and fine chemicals. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of homogeneous catalysis, materials science, and organic synthesis, where it facilitates key bond-forming reactions.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst precursor for various organic transformations, including hydrogenation, isomerization, and carbonylation reactions.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Serves as a volatile tungsten source for the deposition of thin tungsten or tungsten carbide films on substrates.
• Organometallic Synthesis: A key starting material for synthesizing more complex tungsten complexes by ligand exchange or substitution reactions.
• Polymerization Catalysis: Investigated for use in catalyzing the polymerization of olefins and other monomers.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Used in R&D laboratories to study reaction mechanisms and develop new catalytic processes.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the synthesis of specialized intermediates for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetracarbonyl(1,5-Cyclooctadiene)Tungsten
CAS No.	12129-70-3
Molecular Formula	C12H12O4W
Molecular Weight	428.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetracarbonyl(η4-1,5-cyclooctadiene)tungsten(0); (1,5-Cyclooctadiene)tetracarbonyltungsten(0); Tungsten tetracarbonyl (1,5-cyclooctadiene); Tungsten(0) tetracarbonyl(1,5-cyclooctadiene); COD-tungsten tetracarbonyl; W(CO)4(COD)
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Quality Control

Our Tetracarbonyl(1,5-Cyclooctadiene)Tungsten is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (Assay)	≥ 95% (by NMR or elemental analysis)
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.