Description

trans-Rhodium Dichlorotetrakis(4-Ethylpyridine)Chloride is a high-purity organorhodium coordination complex, specifically formulated as a catalyst precursor for demanding chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a well-defined, soluble rhodium source with high activity and selectivity in key organic transformations. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-performance catalytic systems.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalysis: Acts as a versatile precursor for rhodium-catalyzed reactions, including hydrogenation, hydroformylation, and C-H activation.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Enables the efficient and selective construction of complex chiral molecules in API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) development.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for generating chiral rhodium catalysts used in enantioselective transformations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Facilitates high-value chemical manufacturing processes requiring precise catalytic control.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A critical reagent for exploring new catalytic methodologies and reaction mechanisms in organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science: Potential use in the development of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalytic surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-Rhodium Dichlorotetrakis(4-Ethylpyridine)Chloride
CAS No.	22933-77-3
Molecular Formula	C28H40Cl3N4Rh
Molecular Weight	642.90 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-Dichlorotetrakis(4-ethylpyridine)rhodium(III) Chloride; Rhodium(III) Chloride 4-Ethylpyridine Adduct; Tetrakis(4-ethylpyridine)dichlororhodium Chloride; trans-[RhCl2(4-EtPy)4]Cl; Rhodium Chloride 4-Ethylpyridine Complex; 4-Ethylpyridine Rhodium Trichloride Complex
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Quality Control

Every batch of trans-Rhodium Dichlorotetrakis(4-Ethylpyridine)Chloride is synthesized and purified under controlled conditions to ensure consistent high quality and performance. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including spectroscopic analysis and purity assays, to ensure compliance with stringent internal specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and assay is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle and store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red-brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Rh content)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Solubility	Soluble in polar organic solvents (e.g., DCM, MeOH)

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