Description

Carbonylbis(Triphenylphosphine)Rhodium(I) Chloride is a highly valuable organometallic catalyst complex, widely recognized for its exceptional activity and selectivity in key chemical transformations. Its primary commercial value lies in enabling efficient and cost-effective synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. This compound is essential for research and production facilities specializing in catalysis, asymmetric synthesis, and advanced material science.

Application

• Hydroformylation Catalyst: A key catalyst for the hydroformylation (oxo process) of olefins to produce aldehydes, which are vital intermediates for plasticizers, solvents, and detergents.
• Asymmetric Hydrogenation: Employed in the enantioselective hydrogenation of prochiral substrates, a critical step in the production of chiral active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals.
• Carbonylation Reactions: Facilitates carbonylation processes, including alkene and alkyne carbonylation, for the synthesis of esters, acids, and amides.
• Homogeneous Catalysis Research: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D for developing new catalytic cycles and studying reaction mechanisms.
• Hydrosilylation: Used as a catalyst precursor for the addition of silicon-hydrogen bonds across unsaturated organic compounds, important in silicone polymer production.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Enables selective bond-forming reactions in multi-step syntheses of complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Carbonylbis(Triphenylphosphine)Rhodium(I) Chloride
CAS No.	13938-94-8
Molecular Formula	C37H30ClOP2Rh
Molecular Weight	690.96 g/mol
Synonyms	Chlorocarbonylbis(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I); Rhodium(I) Carbonyl Chloride Bis(triphenylphosphine) Complex; Wilkinson's Carbonyl Complex; Carbonylchlorobis(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I); (Carbonyl)chlorobis(triphenylphosphine)rhodium; RhCl(CO)(PPh3)2; Vaska's Complex Analogue; CIRh(CO)(PPh3)2
EINECS	237-701-6

Quality Control

Our Carbonylbis(Triphenylphosphine)Rhodium(I) Chloride is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high catalytic performance. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including spectroscopic identification and purity assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, metal content, and spectroscopic data is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air or light may degrade its catalytic activity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Rh content)	≥ 14.8%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.