Description

Disodium Tetracarbonylferrate(2-) is a versatile organometallic reagent and a key source of the tetracarbonylferrate dianion. This compound is highly valued for its role as a nucleophilic carbonyl transfer agent in organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for catalytic applications and the synthesis of novel organic frameworks.

Application

• Nucleophilic Carbonylation Reactions: As a source of the [Fe(CO)4]2- anion for the introduction of carbonyl groups into organic substrates.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Used in the preparation of complex heterocycles and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring carbonylative coupling steps.
• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of more complex iron-based catalysts used in hydrogenation and hydroformylation reactions.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances where precise carbonyl insertion is critical.
• Materials Science Research: Used in the development of novel organometallic complexes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological development in synthetic organic and organometallic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Disodium Tetracarbonylferrate(2-)
CAS No.	14878-31-0
Molecular Formula	C4FeNa2O4
Molecular Weight	213.86 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium tetracarbonylferrate(-II); Disodium tetracarbonylferrate; Tetracarbonylferrate disodium; Disodium iron tetracarbonyl; Iron tetracarbonyl disodium salt; [Fe(CO)4]Na2; Collman's Reagent (related term)
EINECS	238-964-8

Quality Control

Our Disodium Tetracarbonylferrate(2-) is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for sensitive synthetic applications. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and stability. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay results, impurity profiles, and handling data is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its properties of being easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive), this material must be stored under an inert gas (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place. For long-term stability, storage at 2-8°C is recommended. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a desiccator to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange-brown crystalline or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0%
Iron (Fe) Content	25.0 - 27.0 %
Solubility	Soluble in glyme, THF; reacts with water

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