Description

Carbene CAS NO 2465-56-7 is a highly reactive, divalent carbon intermediate species, widely utilized as a fundamental building block and catalyst in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique electronic structure and transient nature make it invaluable for constructing complex molecular frameworks that are difficult to access via conventional reagents. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical intermediates manufacturing, and the synthesis of specialty polymers and materials.

Application

• As a key reactive intermediate in organic synthesis for C-H bond activation and functionalization.
• Catalyst and ligand precursor in transition metal-catalyzed reactions, including cyclopropanation and olefin metathesis.
• Research and development of novel pharmaceutical compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced materials with tailored properties.
• Use in organometallic chemistry for the preparation of metal-carbene complexes.
• Fundamental studies in mechanistic chemistry and reaction pathway analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Carbene
CAS No.	2465-56-7
Molecular Formula	CH2
Molecular Weight	14.03 g/mol
Synonyms	Methylene; Carbene, singlet; Divalent carbon(1); Methylene radical; :CH2; Singlet carbene; Methylene carbene; Methylidene
EINECS	219-560-8

Quality Control

Our Carbene CAS NO 2465-56-7 is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high reactivity. While specific grades are available, all materials undergo rigorous analytical testing. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and stability is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and reactive nature, this material should be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, ideally at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Containers must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere when not in use to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Contact for details
Identification (IR/NMR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥95% (Custom grades available)
Solubility	Contact for details
Stability	Stable under inert atmosphere

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