Description

Di-tert-Butylcyclopentadiene is a specialized, high-purity organometallic precursor and ligand building block. This compound matters for its role in synthesizing advanced catalysts and fine chemicals, where its sterically hindered tert-butyl groups confer unique reactivity and stability. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel molecular architectures.

Application

• As a key ligand precursor in the synthesis of metallocene and other organometallic catalysts.
• Intermediate in the production of specialty fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Building block for advanced polymeric materials and functionalized organic compounds.
• Used in academic and industrial research for developing new catalytic systems and reaction methodologies.
• Component in the synthesis of ligands for asymmetric catalysis.
• Starting material for creating sterically demanding cyclopentadienyl derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Di-tert-Butylcyclopentadiene
CAS No.	120937-44-2
Molecular Formula	C14H22
Molecular Weight	190.33 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Di-tert-butylcyclopentadiene; Di-t-butylcyclopentadiene; 1,3-Bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-1,3-cyclopentadiene; 1,3-Di-tert-butyl-1,3-cyclopentadiene; DTBCP
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Quality Control

Our Di-tert-Butylcyclopentadiene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and HPLC, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, containers should be kept sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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