Description

11-Ferrocenyl-1-Undecanethiol is a specialized organometallic compound featuring a ferrocene moiety linked to a long alkanethiol chain. This unique structure makes it a critical building block for creating self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) on gold and other noble metal surfaces. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in advanced materials science, particularly for applications requiring precise surface modification, molecular electronics, and electrochemical sensing. The compound is supplied under high-purity conditions to ensure consistent performance in sensitive applications.

Application

• Formation of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) on gold, silver, and platinum surfaces for surface engineering.
• Fabrication of biosensor and chemosensor platforms, leveraging its electrochemical properties for enhanced detection sensitivity.
• Surface modification of nanoparticles and quantum dots to control dispersion, stability, and functionalization.
• Development of molecular electronic devices and conductive molecular wires.
• Creation of corrosion-resistant or specific adhesive interfaces in specialty coatings.
• Fundamental research in supramolecular chemistry and redox-active molecular systems.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	11-Ferrocenyl-1-Undecanethiol
CAS No.	127087-36-9
Molecular Formula	C21H30FeS
Molecular Weight	370.38 g/mol
Synonyms	11-(Ferrocenyl)undecane-1-thiol; 11-Ferrocenylundecyl mercaptan; 1-Undecanethiol, 11-ferrocenyl-; Ferrocenylundecanethiol; Fc(CH2)11SH; (11-Mercaptoundecyl)ferrocene; 11-Ferrocenylundecylthiol; 11-Ferrocenyl-1-mercaptoundecane
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Quality Control

Every batch of 11-Ferrocenyl-1-Undecanethiol is produced and analyzed under controlled conditions to ensure high purity and lot-to-lot consistency, suitable for research and development. Our quality assurance includes comprehensive analytical techniques such as HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and degradation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange solid or viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Assay	≥ 97%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., THF, DCM, toluene)

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