Description

N,N'-Bis(2,6-Bis(Diphenylmethyl)-4-Methoxyphenyl)Imidazolium Chloride is a sophisticated, sterically hindered N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) precursor salt. This compound matters as a critical ligand source in advanced organometallic catalysis, enabling highly selective and efficient chemical transformations. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing novel synthetic routes and high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Precursor for N-Heterocyclic Carbene (NHC) Ligands: Serves as a key starting material for generating sterically demanding, electron-rich NHC ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Homogeneous Catalysis: Enables critical cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki-Miyaura, Heck, Sonogashira), olefin metathesis, and hydrogenation processes in pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis.
• Polymerization Catalysis: Used in the development of catalysts for ring-opening polymerization (ROP) and other polymer synthesis techniques to create materials with specific properties.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Facilitates the creation of chiral catalysts for the production of enantiomerically pure compounds, essential for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organocatalysis: Can be utilized directly or as a derived species in metal-free catalytic cycles for various organic transformations.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of novel organometallic frameworks and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,N'-Bis(2,6-Bis(Diphenylmethyl)-4-Methoxyphenyl)Imidazolium Chloride
CAS No.	1416368-03-0
Molecular Formula	C67H56ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	980.61 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Bis(2,6-Bis(diphenylmethyl)-4-methoxyphenyl)imidazolium chloride; Bis(2,6-bis(benzhydryl)-4-methoxyphenyl)imidazolium chloride; Sterically hindered imidazolium salt; NHC precursor salt; IPr*OMe HCl; 1,3-Bis(2,6-bis((phenyl)methyl)-4-methoxyphenyl)-1H-imidazol-3-ium chloride
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Quality Control

Our N,N'-Bis(2,6-Bis(Diphenylmethyl)-4-Methoxyphenyl)Imidazolium Chloride is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and consistent performance as a catalyst precursor. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect performance. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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