Description

Hydridocarbonyltris(triphenylphosphine)iridium (I) is a highly versatile organometallic catalyst and precursor complex. This compound is valued for its exceptional activity in homogeneous catalysis, particularly in hydrogenation and hydroformylation reactions. It is a critical material for R&D and production in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced materials sectors, where precise catalytic control is paramount.

Application

• Homogeneous Hydrogenation Catalyst: For the selective reduction of alkenes, alkynes, and other unsaturated functional groups in complex molecule synthesis.
• Hydroformylation Reactions: As a catalyst precursor for the addition of syngas (CO + H₂) to olefins to produce aldehydes.
• Catalyst Precursor in Organic Synthesis: Used in C-H activation, isomerization, and other bond-forming reactions under mild conditions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Manufacturing: Enables the synthesis of chiral intermediates through asymmetric catalytic processes.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A standard reagent for studying organometallic reaction mechanisms and developing new catalytic methodologies.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for its potential in catalytic coatings and as a molecular precursor for iridium-containing materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hydridocarbonyltris(triphenylphosphine)iridium (I)
CAS No.	17250-25-8
Molecular Formula	C₅₅H₄₆IrOP₃
Molecular Weight	1011.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Carbonylhydridotris(triphenylphosphine)iridium(I); Hydridocarbonyltris(triphenylphosphine)iridium; IrH(CO)[P(C₆H₅)₃]₃; Vaska's Complex Derivative; Tris(triphenylphosphine)iridium(I) carbonyl hydride; Iridium, carbonylhydrotris(triphenylphosphine)-, (OC-6-22)-; Iridium(I) hydridocarbonyltris(triphenylphosphine)
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Quality Control

Our Hydridocarbonyltris(triphenylphosphine)iridium (I) is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high catalytic performance. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, FT-IR, and elemental analysis, to confirm identity and purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all relevant specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and decomposition. 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%
Solubility	Soluble in toluene, dichloromethane, THF

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