Description

Rhodium, Chloro[(1,2,5,6-η)-1,5-cyclooctadiene] is a highly specialized organorhodium complex, valued for its role as a versatile catalyst precursor in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is critical for facilitating highly selective transformations, enabling the efficient production of complex molecules. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing new synthetic pathways and catalytic processes.

Application

• Precursor for homogeneous catalysis in organic synthesis, particularly for hydrogenation and hydroformylation reactions.
• Catalyst in pharmaceutical research for the synthesis of chiral intermediates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Use in material science research for the deposition of rhodium films or the synthesis of organometallic polymers.
• Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for mechanistic studies and the development of new catalytic cycles.
• Component in specialized chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or atomic layer deposition (ALD) processes for electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rhodium, Chloro[(1,2,5,6-η)-1,5-cyclooctadiene]
CAS No.	12307-90-3
Molecular Formula	C8H12ClRh
Molecular Weight	274.54 g/mol
Synonyms	Chloro(1,5-cyclooctadiene)rhodium(I) dimer; (1,5-cyclooctadiene)rhodium(I) chloride dimer; Rh(COD)Cl dimer; Dichlorobis(μ2-1,5-cyclooctadiene)dirhodium; Chloro(cycloocta-1,5-diene)rhodium(I) dimer; [RhCl(COD)]2; Dirhodium bis(μ2-chloro)bis(η4-1,5-cyclooctadiene)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our organorhodium complexes are produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for sensitive catalytic applications. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and relevant spectroscopic data. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support research and development in regulated industries.

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 such as argon or nitrogen to maintain stability. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red-brown crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (NMR/Titration)	≥ 95% (typical)
Rhodium Content	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in chlorinated and aromatic solvents

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