Description

Tetrarhodium Dodecacarbonyl is a highly valuable organometallic compound and a versatile catalyst precursor in homogeneous catalysis. Its significance lies in its ability to facilitate a range of critical chemical transformations under mild conditions, offering superior selectivity and efficiency. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories and industrial-scale processes in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and petrochemical sectors, where precise catalytic control is paramount.

Application

• Hydroformylation Catalyst: A key precursor for rhodium-based catalysts used in the oxo process to convert alkenes into aldehydes.
• Hydrogenation & Hydrogenolysis: Employed in selective hydrogenation reactions of unsaturated bonds and cleavage of chemical bonds with hydrogen.
• Carbonylation Reactions: Facilitates the introduction of carbonyl groups into organic molecules, crucial for synthesizing acids, esters, and amides.
• Isomerization Catalyst: Used to rearrange the structure of organic molecules, enhancing the value of feedstock chemicals.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Enables precise catalytic steps in the production of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a fundamental reagent for developing new catalytic methodologies and exploring novel reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrarhodium Dodecacarbonyl
CAS No.	19584-30-6
Molecular Formula	C12O12Rh4
Molecular Weight	747.79 g/mol
Synonyms	Rhodium Carbonyl; Dodecacarbonyltetrarhodium; Tetrarhodium Dodecacarbonyl; Rh4(CO)12; Rhodium(0) Carbonyl; Rhodium Tetracarbonyl Dimer (obsolete); Rhodium Carbonyl Cluster
EINECS	243-159-3

Quality Control

Our Tetrarhodium Dodecacarbonyl is manufactured and handled under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting requirements of catalytic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as Rhodium content and purity. We adhere to relevant industry standards and our quality systems are designed to support GMP-aligned production where required.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) due to its sensitivity to oxidation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Rhodium (Rh) Content	≥ 54.0 %
Purity (by HPLC)	≥ 95.0 %
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents (e.g., toluene, THF)

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