Description

Bis(Acetonitrile)Palladium(II) p-Toluenesulfonate is a versatile and highly reactive palladium(II) complex used as a catalyst precursor in cross-coupling reactions. Its value lies in its excellent solubility in organic solvents and its role as a source of active palladium species under mild conditions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.

Application

• Precursor for homogeneous palladium catalysts in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Stille, Sonogashira).
• Catalyst for C-H activation and functionalization in organic synthesis.
• Key reagent in the research and development of novel pharmaceutical compounds and intermediates.
• Use in the synthesis of conjugated polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Catalyst for carbon-heteroatom bond formation (e.g., C-N, C-O).
• Laboratory-scale and pilot-scale synthesis of complex natural products and fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Acetonitrile)Palladium(II) p-Toluenesulfonate
CAS No.	114757-66-3
Molecular Formula	C12H16N2O3PdS
Molecular Weight	398.74 g/mol
Synonyms	Palladium(II) bis(acetonitrile) p-toluenesulfonate; Pd(MeCN)2(OTs)2; Pd(AN)2(OTs)2; Bis(acetonitrile)palladium ditosylate; Palladium(II) acetonitrile complex with p-toluenesulfonic acid; Acetonitrilepalladium(II) tosylate
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Quality Control

Our Bis(Acetonitrile)Palladium(II) p-Toluenesulfonate is manufactured under controlled conditions and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for demanding synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each batch, detailing key parameters such as palladium content, purity, and solvent residues. Our quality management system adheres to industry best practices to support your R&D and production needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided to maintain stability and catalytic activity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Palladium (Pd) Content	26.0 - 27.5 %
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., DCM, THF, acetonitrile)

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