Description

Bis[1,2-Bis(Diphenylphosphino)Ethane]Carbonylchloroiridium(I) is a highly specialized organometallic complex valued for its role as a homogeneous catalyst precursor. This compound matters for enabling precise and efficient chemical transformations, particularly in hydrogenation and hydroformylation reactions. It is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and industrial-scale manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalysis: A key precursor for iridium-based catalysts used in hydrogenation and transfer hydrogenation of unsaturated organic compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Facilitates the synthesis of complex chiral molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) through asymmetric catalytic processes.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Enables selective carbon-hydrogen (C-H) bond activation and functionalization for producing high-value specialty chemicals.
• Hydroformylation Reactions: Used in catalytic systems for the conversion of alkenes to aldehydes, a critical step in oxo processes.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Serves as a standard reagent in organometallic chemistry research and catalyst development studies.
• Materials Science: Investigated for potential applications in creating novel catalytic materials and molecular devices.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis[1,2-Bis(Diphenylphosphino)Ethane]Carbonylchloroiridium(I)
CAS No.	15417-85-3
Molecular Formula	C53H46ClIrOP4
Molecular Weight	1044.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Carbonylchlorobis[1,2-bis(diphenylphosphino)ethane]iridium(I); Chlorocarbonylbis(ethylenebis(diphenylphosphine))iridium(I); Ir(dppe)2(CO)Cl; Iridium(I) carbonyl chloride bis(1,2-bis(diphenylphosphino)ethane); Bis(dppe)iridium(I) carbonyl chloride; [IrCl(CO)(dppe)2]; (OC-6-11)-Carbonylchlorobis[1,2-ethanediylbis[diphenylphosphine-κP]]iridium
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Quality Control

Our Bis[1,2-Bis(Diphenylphosphino)Ethane]Carbonylchloroiridium(I) is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high catalytic activity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, elemental analysis (EA), and infrared spectroscopy (IR) for identity and purity verification. 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 (argon or nitrogen) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The container should be kept in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (NMR)	≥ 95%
Elemental Analysis (C, H)	Within theoretical range
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., DCM, toluene)

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