Description

(-)-1,1'-Bis((2S,4S)-2,4-Diethylphosphotano)Ferrocene is a chiral, ferrocene-based phosphine ligand of significant importance in asymmetric catalysis. This compound is valued for its ability to induce high enantioselectivity in transition metal-catalyzed reactions, enabling the production of optically pure intermediates. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for developing novel synthetic routes and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• As a chiral ligand in asymmetric hydrogenation reactions for pharmaceutical synthesis.
• Catalyst component for enantioselective C-C and C-X bond-forming reactions.
• Key reagent in the research and development of novel catalytic systems for fine chemical production.
• Used in the synthesis of high-value, optically active intermediates for agrochemicals.
• Facilitates asymmetric synthesis in academic and industrial research laboratories.
• Potential application in materials science for creating chiral molecular frameworks.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-1,1'-Bis((2S,4S)-2,4-Diethylphosphotano)Ferrocene
CAS No.	290347-66-9
Molecular Formula	C26H44FeO4P2
Molecular Weight	538.42 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-1,1'-Bis[(2S,4S)-2,4-Diethylphospholano]ferrocene; Josiphos SL-J009-1; (S,S)-(-)-1,1'-Bis(2,4-diethylphospholano)ferrocene; (2S,4S)-(-)-1,1'-Bis(2,4-diethylphospholanyl)ferrocene; (S,S)-(-)-1,1'-Bis(2,4-diethylphospholanyl)ferrocene; SL-J009-1; Chiral Josiphos ligand; Ferrocenyl diphosphine ligand
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Quality Control

Our (-)-1,1'-Bis((2S,4S)-2,4-Diethylphosphotano)Ferrocene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for reproducible catalytic performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific purity, enantiomeric excess, and identity are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry place. Due to its sensitivity, the container should be kept sealed to prevent oxidation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., THF, DCM, Toluene)

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