Description

Bis(1-Butyl-3-Methylcyclopentadienyl)Zirconium Dichloride is a highly specialized organometallic compound belonging to the metallocene family. This compound serves as a critical precursor and catalyst component in advanced polymerization processes, enabling precise control over polymer microstructure and properties. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the fields of polyolefin catalysis and materials science for developing novel polymers with tailored characteristics.

Application

• Polyolefin Catalyst Precursor: A key component in single-site catalyst systems, such as metallocene catalysts, for the production of polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP).
• Advanced Polymer Research: Used in R&D laboratories to synthesize novel co-polymers and polymers with specific tacticity, molecular weight, and comonomer incorporation.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a reagent or catalyst in specialized organic synthesis and organometallic chemistry applications.
• Material Science Development: Employed in the development of new catalytic materials and for surface modification studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(1-Butyl-3-Methylcyclopentadienyl)Zirconium Dichloride
CAS No.	151840-68-5
Molecular Formula	C20H30Cl2Zr
Molecular Weight	424.57 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(n-butyl,methylcyclopentadienyl)zirconium dichloride; (n-Bu,MeCp)2ZrCl2; Zirconocene dichloride derivative; 1-Butyl-3-methylcyclopentadienyl zirconium dichloride; Bis(1-butyl-3-methyl-η5-cyclopentadienyl)zirconium(IV) dichloride; (Butylmethylcyclopentadienyl)zirconium dichloride; Catalyst CGC-type precursor
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Quality Control

Our production of Bis(1-Butyl-3-Methylcyclopentadienyl)Zirconium Dichloride adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for catalytic applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Zirconium Content	21.0 - 22.0 %
Chloride Content	16.5 - 17.5 %

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