Description

(Pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)Iridium(III) Chloride Dimer is a highly valuable organometallic complex featuring a pentamethylcyclopentadienyl (Cp*) ligand. This compound matters as a versatile and efficient catalyst precursor, particularly in demanding chemical transformations where high selectivity and stability are required. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced materials sectors for applications such as C-H activation and hydrogenation reactions.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor for C-H Activation: Serves as a key starting material for generating active iridium catalysts used in the functionalization of inert carbon-hydrogen bonds, a critical step in synthesizing complex organic molecules.
• Hydrogenation and Transfer Hydrogenation: Employed in the development of catalytic systems for the selective reduction of unsaturated bonds (e.g., ketones, imines) under mild conditions.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLED) Research: Investigated as a potential component or precursor for phosphorescent emitters due to iridium's favorable photophysical properties.
• Homogeneous Catalysis Studies: Used in academic and industrial research to explore new catalytic cycles and mechanisms involving Group 9 transition metals.
• Polymerization Catalyst: Can be utilized in the development of catalysts for the polymerization of specific monomers to create novel polymeric materials.
• Synthesis of Other Organometallic Complexes: Acts as a versatile synthon for preparing a wide range of iridium complexes with different ancillary ligands for tailored catalytic activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)Iridium(III) Chloride Dimer
CAS No.	12354-84-6
Molecular Formula	C20H30Cl2Ir2
Molecular Weight	796.88 g/mol
Synonyms	Chlorobis(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)diiridium; Di-μ-chloro-bis(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)diiridium; [Ir(η5-C5Me5)Cl]2; [IrCl(Cp*)]2; Cp*IrCl dimer; Pentamethylcyclopentadienyliridium dichloride dimer; 1,2,3,4,5-Pentamethyl-2,4-cyclopentadien-1-yliridium chloride dimer
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Quality Control

Our (Pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)Iridium(III) Chloride Dimer is produced and handled under strict quality protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by ICP-OES or titration) and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled in a controlled environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Iridium content)	≥ 47.0 %
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Solubility	Soluble in chlorinated solvents, toluene

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