Description

(η-Cumene)-(η-Cyclopentadienyl)Iron(II) Trifluoromethane-Sulfonate is a specialized organometallic compound featuring a cationic iron center coordinated to a cyclopentadienyl and a cumene ligand, with a trifluoromethanesulfonate (triflate) counterion. This compound matters as a versatile and highly active catalyst precursor, particularly valued for its Lewis acid character and stability under demanding reaction conditions. It is primarily needed by researchers and process chemists in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical industries for advanced organic synthesis, including polymerization, C-H activation, and cross-coupling reactions.

Application

• Catalyst for Polymerization Reactions: Acts as a key catalyst component in the synthesis of specialty polymers and oligomers.
• Lewis Acid Catalyst in Organic Synthesis: Facilitates a wide range of transformations such as Friedel-Crafts alkylation, acylation, and Diels-Alder reactions.
• Precursor for C-H Activation Chemistry: Used in the development of methodologies for direct functionalization of C-H bonds.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Employed as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for novel organometallic complexes and materials with unique electronic properties.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for method development and exploring new catalytic pathways in both academic and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(η-Cumene)-(η-Cyclopentadienyl)Iron(II) Trifluoromethane-Sulfonate
CAS No.	117549-13-0
Molecular Formula	C15H17F3FeO3S
Molecular Weight	390.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(η6-Cymene)(η5-Cyclopentadienyl)Iron(II) Triflate; (p-Isopropyltoluene)(Cyclopentadienyl)Iron Trifluoromethanesulfonate; CpFe(Cymene)OTf; Ferrocenium Derivative; Iron(II) Cumene Cyclopentadienyl Triflate; Organoiron Catalyst; (η6-p-Cymene)(η5-Cp)FeOTf
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (η-Cumene)-(η-Cyclopentadienyl)Iron(II) Trifluoromethane-Sulfonate is produced under controlled conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes rigorous quality testing, including spectroscopic analysis and purity assays, to meet the stringent requirements of research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and assay results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Iron Content	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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