Description

cis-Dichlorobis(Dimethylphenylphosphine)Palladium(II) is a highly versatile and well-defined organometallic catalyst, prized for its stability and selectivity in cross-coupling reactions. This compound is a critical reagent for constructing complex carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bonds, enabling the efficient synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. It is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and material science industries who require reliable, high-performance catalytic systems.

Application

• Cross-Coupling Reactions: A premier catalyst for Heck, Suzuki-Miyaura, Stille, and Sonogashira coupling reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Enables the production of specialty chemicals, ligands, and advanced organic compounds.
• Material Science: Used in the development of conductive polymers, organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and other functional materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A standard catalyst for method development and exploratory synthesis in laboratory settings.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Facilitates the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-Dichlorobis(Dimethylphenylphosphine)Palladium(II)
CAS No.	15616-85-0
Molecular Formula	C16H22Cl2P2Pd
Molecular Weight	457.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Palladium(II) dichloride bis(dimethylphenylphosphine); Dichlorobis(dimethylphenylphosphine)palladium; cis-Bis(dimethylphenylphosphine)palladium(II) dichloride; PdCl2[P(CH3)2(C6H5)]2; (Dimethylphenylphosphine)palladium(II) chloride dimer; Palladium catalyst 15616-85-0; cis-[PdCl2(PMe2Ph)2]
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Quality Control

Our cis-Dichlorobis(Dimethylphenylphosphine)Palladium(II) is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high catalytic activity. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and metal content. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by ICP-OES or titration), chloride content, and spectroscopic identification is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability and prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Pd content)	≥ 23.0 %
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Solubility	Soluble in chlorinated solvents, toluene

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