Description

Tris(triphenylphosphine)nickel(0) is a versatile organometallic compound widely used as a catalyst in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to facilitate key carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bond-forming reactions under mild conditions. This product is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where precise catalytic activity is required for complex molecule construction.

Application

• Cross-Coupling Catalysis: A key catalyst for Kumada, Negishi, and Suzuki-Miyaura type cross-coupling reactions.
• Olefin Cyclooligomerization: Used in the catalytic cyclization and oligomerization of olefins and dienes.
• Carbonylative Coupling: Facilitates reactions involving carbon monoxide insertion for ketone and ester synthesis.
• Hydrogenation & Isomerization: Acts as a catalyst for the selective hydrogenation and isomerization of unsaturated compounds.
• Polymerization Initiator: Employed in the initiation and control of specific coordination polymerization processes.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a stoichiometric reductant or nickel(0) source in various synthetic transformations.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of novel catalytic systems and nanomaterials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tris(triphenylphosphine)nickel(0)
CAS No.	25136-46-3
Molecular Formula	C54H45NiP3
Molecular Weight	847.58 g/mol
Synonyms	Tris(triphenylphosphine)nickel; Nickel(0) triphenylphosphine complex; Nickel, tris(triphenylphosphine)-; Triphenylphosphine nickel(0) complex; Ni(PPh3)3; Tris(triphenylphosphine)nickel(0) catalyst; Tetrakis(triphenylphosphine)nickel(0) precursor; Wilkinson's-type nickel complex
EINECS	246-669-8

Quality Control

Our Tris(triphenylphosphine)nickel(0) is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure high catalytic activity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay and purity verification. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and performance-related specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and moisture-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange-brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Ni content)	≥ 96.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Solubility	Soluble in toluene, THF, benzene; insoluble in water
Melting Point	Decomposes above 120°C

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