Description

Bis(Ethylcyclopentadienyl)Nickel is an organometallic compound belonging to the metallocene family, specifically a nickelocene derivative. This compound matters as a versatile catalyst and precursor in advanced material synthesis and organic transformations, offering unique reactivity due to the nickel center sandwiched between two substituted cyclopentadienyl ligands. Industries requiring high-performance catalysts for polymerization, fine chemical synthesis, and vapor deposition processes are the primary users of this material.

Application

• Catalyst for Olefin Polymerization: Acts as a key component in catalyst systems for the production of specialty polyolefins and elastomers.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) & Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): Serves as a volatile nickel precursor for depositing thin nickel or nickel-containing films on semiconductors and other substrates.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Utilized as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in organic synthesis, including Negishi and Kumada-type cross-coupling reactions.
• Hydrogenation & Hydrosilylation Catalysis: Functions as a catalyst for the selective reduction of unsaturated bonds and addition of silicon-hydrogen bonds.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of new organometallic frameworks, magnetic materials, and molecular electronics.
• Fine Chemical & Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in catalytic steps for synthesizing complex organic molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Ethylcyclopentadienyl)Nickel
CAS No.	31886-51-8
Molecular Formula	C14H18Ni
Molecular Weight	245.00 g/mol
Synonyms	Nickel, bis(ethylcyclopentadienyl)-; Bis(ethyl-η5-cyclopentadienyl)nickel; Diethylnickelocene; Ethylcyclopentadienyl nickel; (EthylCp)2Ni; Ni(EtCp)2; Bis(ethylcyclopentadienyl)nickel(II); Organometallic Nickel Catalyst
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Bis(Ethylcyclopentadienyl)Nickel is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as nickel content, purity by NMR or titration, and trace metal analysis 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 room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This material is easily oxidized and light-sensitive.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to brown solid or liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (NMR/Titration)	≥ 95%
Nickel Content	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents

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