Description

Hydridotetrakis(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I) is a highly valuable organometallic catalyst complex, widely recognized for its exceptional activity in homogeneous hydrogenation and hydroformylation reactions. Its significance lies in its ability to facilitate selective chemical transformations under mild conditions, which is critical for producing high-value intermediates in fine chemical and pharmaceutical synthesis. This catalyst is essential for R&D laboratories and production facilities specializing in asymmetric synthesis, olefin functionalization, and the manufacture of specialty chemicals.

Application

• Homogeneous Hydrogenation Catalyst: Selectively reduces alkenes, alkynes, and other unsaturated compounds in organic synthesis.
• Hydroformylation Reactions: Catalyzes the addition of synthesis gas (CO/H₂) to olefins to produce aldehydes.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pharmaceutical intermediates and fine chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A key reagent in academic and industrial R&D for developing new catalytic methodologies.
• Polymerization Initiator: Can be employed in certain metal-mediated polymerization processes.
• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for generating other active rhodium complexes.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Hydridotetrakis(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I)
CAS No.	18284-36-1
Molecular Formula	C₇₂H₆₀P₄Rh
Molecular Weight	1154.98 g/mol
Synonyms	Rhodium(I) hydrido tetrakis(triphenylphosphine); Wilkinson's Catalyst Derivative; RhH(PPh₃)₄; Tetrakis(triphenylphosphine)rhodium hydride; Hydridorhodium tetrakis(triphenylphosphine); Rhodium hydride tetrakis(triphenylphosphine) complex; Triphenylphosphine rhodium hydride complex
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Quality Control

Our Hydridotetrakis(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I) is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure high catalytic activity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including spectroscopic identification and purity assessment. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for Rhodium content, phosphine ligand integrity, and solvent residues is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at 2-8°C to prevent 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
Rhodium (Rh) Content	8.5 - 9.2 %
Purity (NMR)	≥ 95%
Solvent Residues (GC)	Meet ICH guidelines

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