Description

Dibromo(1,10-Phenanthroline)Copper(II) is a coordination complex featuring a copper(II) center chelated by a 1,10-phenanthroline ligand and two bromine atoms. This compound matters as a versatile precursor and catalyst in advanced materials science and organic synthesis, valued for its defined molecular structure and redox-active metal center. It is needed by researchers and industrial chemists in the fields of catalysis, electrochemistry, and materials development, particularly for creating model systems and functional complexes.

Application

• Catalysis Research: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in organic coupling reactions and oxidation processes.
• Electrochemical Studies: Serves as an electroactive material for investigating electron transfer mechanisms and developing sensors.
• Materials Synthesis: Used as a building block for synthesizing metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or other coordination polymers.
• Spectroscopic Standards: Employed as a reference compound in UV-Vis and EPR spectroscopy due to its distinct spectral properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A key reagent for exploring new catalytic cycles and inorganic reaction pathways.
• Luminescence Studies: Investigated for potential photophysical properties in the development of luminescent materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dibromo(1,10-Phenanthroline)Copper(II)
CAS No.	19319-86-9
Molecular Formula	C12H8Br2CuN2
Molecular Weight	411.56 g/mol
Synonyms	Copper(II) dibromo(1,10-phenanthroline); 1,10-Phenanthroline copper(II) dibromide; Cu(phen)Br2; Dichloro(1,10-phenanthroline)copper(II) (related compound); Bis(1,10-phenanthroline)copper(II) bromide (different stoichiometry); Copper, dibromo(1,10-phenanthroline)-; 19319-86-9; PhenCuBr2
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Quality Control

Our Dibromo(1,10-Phenanthroline)Copper(II) is produced under controlled conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes rigorous quality testing, including spectroscopic identification and purity assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green to dark green crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Solubility	Soluble in DMF, DMSO; slightly soluble in methanol

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