Description

Rhodium Tris(2-Ethylhexanoate) is a valuable organorhodium compound, specifically a rhodium carboxylate salt. This material serves as a highly effective catalyst precursor and reagent in advanced organic synthesis and industrial processes. It is primarily sought by the chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical industries for applications requiring precise catalytic activity.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalysis: A key precursor for hydroformylation, hydrogenation, and hydrosilylation reactions in fine chemical synthesis.
• Polymerization Catalyst: Used in the production of specialized polymers and elastomers.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Facilitates the synthesis of complex chiral molecules in API development.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Employed in C-C and C-X bond-forming reactions for advanced material science.
• Electroplating & Surface Coating: Used in specialized electroplating baths to deposit rhodium-containing coatings.
• Research & Development: A critical reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new catalytic cycles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rhodium Tris(2-Ethylhexanoate)
CAS No.	20845-92-5
Molecular Formula	C24H45O6Rh
Molecular Weight	550.53 g/mol
Synonyms	Rhodium(III) 2-ethylhexanoate; Rhodium 2-ethylhexanoate; Tris(2-ethylhexanoato)rhodium; Rhodium tris(2-ethylhexanoate); Rhodium octoate; Rhodium(III) octoate; Rhodium 2-ethylcaproate
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Quality Control

Our Rhodium Tris(2-Ethylhexanoate) is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high catalytic performance. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and metal content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific parameters are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent oxidation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black viscous liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Rhodium (Rh) Content	18.0 - 20.0 %
Purity (by HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents

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