Description

1-Methyl-2-(2-Dicyclohexylphosphinophenyl)-1H-Benzoimidazole is a sophisticated, air-sensitive phosphine ligand designed for advanced catalytic applications. Its core value lies in its ability to form highly active and selective transition metal complexes, which are crucial for streamlining complex chemical syntheses. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require precise control over challenging coupling and hydrogenation reactions.

Application

• As a specialized ligand in cross-coupling reactions, including Suzuki-Miyaura and Buchwald-Hartwig amination, for constructing complex molecules.
• In the development of homogeneous catalysts for asymmetric hydrogenation and other stereoselective transformations.
• For academic and industrial R&D focused on novel catalytic systems and reaction methodologies.
• In the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and key intermediates requiring high selectivity.
• As a precursor for generating tailored catalyst libraries for high-throughput screening.
• For material science applications, such as in the synthesis of organic electronic materials via catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyl-2-(2-Dicyclohexylphosphinophenyl)-1H-Benzoimidazole
CAS No.	1357398-60-7
Molecular Formula	C26H35N2P
Molecular Weight	406.54 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-2-(2-dicyclohexylphosphanylphenyl)-1H-benzimidazole; 2-(2-Dicyclohexylphosphinophenyl)-1-methyl-1H-benzimidazole; Dicyclohexyl(2-(1-methyl-1H-benzo[d]imidazol-2-yl)phenyl)phosphine; DCPB; DCBP; (2-(1-Methyl-1H-benzoimidazol-2-yl)phenyl)dicyclohexylphosphine; CAS 1357398-60-7
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Quality Control

Our high-purity phosphine ligands are manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and optimal catalytic performance. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis, to verify identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is 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 to maintain stability and prevent oxidation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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