Description

Dichloro(o-Isopropoxyphenylmethylene)(Tricyclohexylphosphine)Ruthenium(II) is a highly specialized organometallic catalyst belonging to the Grubbs-Hoveyda family of ruthenium alkylidene complexes. This compound is valued for its exceptional activity and selectivity in olefin metathesis reactions, a cornerstone technology for constructing complex carbon-carbon double bonds. It is an essential tool for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, enabling the efficient synthesis of novel molecules and polymers. The product is supplied under an inert atmosphere to ensure stability and consistent catalytic performance.

Application

• Ring-Closing Metathesis (RCM): A key catalyst for the synthesis of medium and large cyclic compounds, including natural product frameworks and heterocycles.
• Cross Metathesis (CM): Enables the efficient coupling of two different terminal olefins to create new internal olefins for fine chemical and intermediate synthesis.
• Polymer Synthesis: Used in the production of specialty polymers via ring-opening metathesis polymerization (ROMP) and acyclic diene metathesis (ADMET) polymerization.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Manufacturing: Facilitates the streamlined, cost-effective production of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Applied in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with unique molecular architectures.
• Materials Science: Employed in the creation of functional materials, self-healing polymers, and advanced coatings with tailored properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for exploring new synthetic methodologies and reaction pathways in organic and organometallic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dichloro(o-Isopropoxyphenylmethylene)(Tricyclohexylphosphine)Ruthenium(II)
CAS No.	203714-71-0
Molecular Formula	C28H43Cl2OPRu
Molecular Weight	588.58 g/mol
Synonyms	Grubbs-Hoveyda Catalyst 2nd Generation; Hoveyda-Grubbs Catalyst II; Dichloro[1,3-bis(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)-2-imidazolidinylidene](2-isopropoxyphenylmethylene)ruthenium(II); (2-Isopropoxybenzylidene)dichloro(1,3-bis(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)-2-imidazolidinylidene)ruthenium(II); HG II Catalyst; Ru-Ind Catalyst; Zhan Catalyst 1B; [RuCl2(IMesH2)(CH-2-(OiPr)C6H4)]
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dichloro(o-Isopropoxyphenylmethylene)(Tricyclohexylphosphine)Ruthenium(II) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR spectroscopy and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and catalytic activity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and assay results are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical R&D and production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at 2-8°C to maintain stability and prevent decomposition. The container should be kept in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Purple to brown crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97%
Assay (Ru content)	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (DCM, toluene, THF)

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