Description

Triphenylphosphine(1,5-Cyclooctadiene)[1,3-Bis(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)Imidazol-2-Ylidene]Iridium(I) Hexafluorophosphate is a high-purity, advanced organometallic catalyst essential for sophisticated chemical synthesis. This compound, with a minimum purity of 98%, is a highly active and selective pre-catalyst prized for its efficiency in challenging transformations. It is a critical material for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-performance catalytic solutions.

Application

This specialized iridium complex is a cornerstone in modern catalytic chemistry, enabling a range of high-value transformations:

• Asymmetric Hydrogenation: A key pre-catalyst for the enantioselective reduction of olefins, ketones, and imines in pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis.
• C-H Bond Functionalization: Enables direct, site-selective modification of organic molecules, streamlining synthetic routes.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Facilitates carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bond formation under mild conditions.
• Transfer Hydrogenation: Used in reactions employing alternative hydrogen donors for safer and more selective reductions.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Serves as a benchmark catalyst in method development and discovery chemistry.
• Production of Optoelectronic Materials: Used in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for OLEDs and other advanced materials.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Triphenylphosphine(1,5-Cyclooctadiene)[1,3-Bis(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)Imidazol-2-Ylidene]Iridium(I) Hexafluorophosphate, Min. 98%
CAS No.	1019852-99-3
Molecular Formula	C54H61F6IrN2P2
Molecular Weight	1085.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Ir(COD)(PPh3)(IMes)PF6; Iridium(I) (1,5-Cyclooctadiene)(triphenylphosphine)(1,3-bis(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)imidazol-2-ylidene) Hexafluorophosphate; Crabtree's Catalyst Analog; (IMes)Ir(COD)(PPh3)PF6; N-Heterocyclic Carbene Iridium Complex; [Ir(COD)(IMes)(PPh3)]PF6; Organoiridium Catalyst
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Quality Control

Our Triphenylphosphine(1,5-Cyclooctadiene)[1,3-Bis(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)Imidazol-2-Ylidene]Iridium(I) Hexafluorophosphate is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis, to verify identity, purity, and the absence of critical metallic impurities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at 2-8°C in a dry, cool environment. This material is moisture-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air or ambient conditions should be avoided to maintain catalytic activity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	Min. 98.0%
Solubility	Soluble in dichloromethane, acetone; slightly soluble in toluene

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