Description

Methoxy(Cyclooctadiene)Rhodium(I) Dimer is a highly valuable organorhodium catalyst complex. This compound matters for its exceptional efficiency in facilitating key organic transformations, particularly in the synthesis of fine chemicals and pharmaceuticals. Industries such as advanced chemical manufacturing, academic research, and pharmaceutical development rely on this catalyst for its selectivity and activity in challenging reactions.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalysis: A premier catalyst for hydrogenation, hydroformylation, and hydrosilylation reactions in organic synthesis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Critical for the stereoselective synthesis of complex chiral molecules used in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Employed in the development of enantiomerically pure compounds for agrochemicals and specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A standard reagent in research laboratories for developing new catalytic methodologies and exploring reaction mechanisms.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of high-value flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can initiate or catalyze specific polymerization processes for specialized polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methoxy(Cyclooctadiene)Rhodium(I) Dimer
CAS No.	12148-72-0
Molecular Formula	C18H30O2Rh2
Molecular Weight	512.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Di-μ-methoxy-bis[(1,2,5,6-η)-1,5-cyclooctadiene]dirhodium; Methoxy(cyclooctadiene)rhodium Dimer; (1,5-COD)RhOMe Dimer; Rhodium(I) Methoxy Cyclooctadiene Dimer; Bis(μ-methoxo)bis(η4-1,5-cyclooctadiene)dirhodium; Dirhodium Bis(μ-methoxo) Bis(1,5-cyclooctadiene); [Rh(OMe)(COD)]2; COD-Rh-OMe Dimer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methoxy(Cyclooctadiene)Rhodium(I) Dimer is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high catalytic performance. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and absence of deleterious impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as Rhodium content and solvent residues is provided with every shipment, supporting compliance in cGMP and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and decomposition. Keep the container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red-brown crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Rhodium Content	Contact for details
Solvent Residue (NMR)	Meets internal specifications

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