Description

Triphenylphosphine(1,5-Cyclooctadiene)[1,3-Bis(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)Imidazol-2-Ylidene]Iridium(I) Hexafluorophosphate is a highly specialized, second-generation N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) iridium complex, distinguished by its exceptional stability and catalytic efficiency. This compound is a cornerstone in advanced organic synthesis, enabling highly selective and efficient transformations under mild conditions. It is an indispensable catalyst for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, particularly for demanding cross-coupling and hydrogenation reactions where traditional catalysts fail.

Application

• Asymmetric Hydrogenation: A premier catalyst for the enantioselective reduction of challenging substrates, including unfunctionalized olefins, ketones, and imines, for the synthesis of chiral pharmaceutical intermediates.
• C-H Bond Functionalization: Enables direct, site-selective C-H activation for the construction of complex carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bonds, streamlining synthetic routes.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Facilitates demanding Suzuki-Miyaura, Buchwald-Hartwig, and other cross-coupling reactions with high turnover numbers and tolerance to sensitive functional groups.
• Hydroboration & Hydrosilylation: Catalyzes the addition of B-H and Si-H bonds across unsaturated linkages for the synthesis of organoboron and organosilicon compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical tool for methodology development in academic laboratories and for process optimization in industrial-scale chemical production.
• Material Science Precursor: Used in the development of novel organometallic frameworks and catalytic materials for specialized applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triphenylphosphine(1,5-Cyclooctadiene)[1,3-Bis(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)Imidazol-2-Ylidene]Iridium(I) Hexafluorophosphate, Min. 98%
CAS No.	1019853-00-9
Molecular Formula	C48H51F6IrN2P2
Molecular Weight	1013.11 g/mol
Synonyms	[Ir(COD)(IMes)(PPh3)]PF6; Iridium(I) (1,5-Cyclooctadiene)(1,3-Bis(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)imidazol-2-ylidene)(triphenylphosphine) Hexafluorophosphate; Crabtree's Catalyst Analog; NHC-Iridium Catalyst; (IMes)Ir(COD)(PPh3)PF6; Ir-IMes Catalyst; Organoiridium Catalyst; COD-IMes-Ir-PPh3 Hexafluorophosphate
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Quality Control

Every batch of our Triphenylphosphine(1,5-Cyclooctadiene)[1,3-Bis(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)Imidazol-2-Ylidene]Iridium(I) Hexafluorophosphate is synthesized and handled under inert atmosphere conditions to preserve its catalytic activity. We employ rigorous analytical protocols, including NMR spectroscopy and HPLC, to verify identity, purity (≥98%), and the absence of deleterious impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to ensure traceability and support your quality management systems.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at 2-8°C to prevent oxidation and decomposition. The container should be kept in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.