Description

Chloriderhodium(1+),Bis(2,2'-Bipyridine-Kn1,Kn1')Dichloro- is a coordination complex of rhodium, featuring a central rhodium(I) cation coordinated by two 2,2'-bipyridine ligands and two chloride anions. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile catalyst precursor in specialized organic synthesis and materials science research. It is primarily utilized by researchers and process chemists in the fields of fine chemical synthesis, homogeneous catalysis, and the development of novel photochemical or electrochemical systems.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalysis: Acts as a key precursor for rhodium-based catalysts in hydrogenation, hydroformylation, and C-H activation reactions.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed in the development and optimization of complex synthetic routes for pharmaceuticals and agrochemical intermediates.
• Materials Science Research: Used in the synthesis of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), coordination polymers, and other functional materials.
• Photochemical Studies: Serves as a photosensitizer or a component in light-driven catalytic cycles due to its bipyridine ligands.
• Electrochemical Applications: Investigated for use in electrocatalysis and as a redox-active component in sensor development.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for exploring new catalytic mechanisms and reaction pathways in both university and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Chloriderhodium(1+),Bis(2,2'-Bipyridine-Kn1,Kn1')Dichloro-
CAS No.	14551-15-6
Molecular Formula	C20H16Cl3N4Rh
Molecular Weight	528.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Dichlorobis(2,2'-bipyridine)rhodium(III) chloride; Rhodium(III) chloride bis(2,2'-bipyridine) complex; Bis(2,2'-bipyridine)dichlororhodium(III) chloride; [Rh(bpy)2Cl2]Cl; Rhodium bipyridine chloride complex; 14551-15-6; Chloro[bis(2,2'-bipyridine-κN,κN')]rhodium(III) chloride
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Quality Control

Our Chloriderhodium(1+),Bis(2,2'-Bipyridine-Kn1,Kn1')Dichloro- 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 key parameters such as assay (Rh content), purity by HPLC, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We adhere to relevant industry standards for high-purity organometallic and coordination compounds.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed in a desiccated environment and handled under conditions that minimize exposure to ambient light and humidity to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark solid (color may vary)
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Rh content)	≥ 19.0 % (w/w)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0 %
Solubility	Soluble in polar organic solvents (e.g., DMF, DMSO)

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