Description

Mer-Trichlorotris(Dimethylphenylphosphine)Rhenium(III) is a high-purity organometallic complex of rhenium, a critical element in advanced catalytic and materials science research. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile precursor in the development of novel catalysts and as a key reagent in organic synthesis and coordination chemistry. It is primarily sought by researchers and process developers in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications requiring precise metal-ligand interactions.

Application

• Catalysis Research: A key precursor for developing homogeneous catalysts, particularly for hydrogenation, hydrosilylation, and other organic transformations.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a specialized reagent in the synthesis of complex organic molecules and in C-H bond activation studies.
• Materials Science: Used in the deposition of rhenium-containing thin films and the synthesis of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or coordination polymers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental compound for investigating the coordination chemistry and photophysical properties of rhenium complexes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized intermediates for drug discovery programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mer-Trichlorotris(Dimethylphenylphosphine)Rhenium(III)
CAS No.	14710-16-8
Molecular Formula	C24H30Cl3P3Re
Molecular Weight	718.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Trichlorotris(dimethylphenylphosphine)rhenium(III); Tris(dimethylphenylphosphine)rhenium(III) trichloride; ReCl3(PPhMe2)3; Rhenium(III) chloride tris(dimethylphenylphosphine) complex; Mer-Trichlorotris(dimethylphenylphosphine)rhenium; (Dimethylphenylphosphine)rhenium trichloride; Rhenium trichloride tris(dimethylphenylphosphine)
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Quality Control

Our Mer-Trichlorotris(Dimethylphenylphosphine)Rhenium(III) is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including spectroscopic and chromatographic methods, to verify identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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 (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and moisture-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., DCM, THF)

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