Description

Bis(Acetonitrile)(1,5-Cyclooctadiene)Rhodium(I) Tetrafluoroborate is a highly versatile organorhodium(I) complex, widely recognized as a superior catalyst precursor in homogeneous catalysis. Its primary value lies in facilitating efficient and selective chemical transformations, particularly in hydrogenation and hydroformylation reactions, which are critical for fine chemical and pharmaceutical synthesis. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-purity catalysts to develop innovative synthetic pathways.

Application

• Homogeneous Hydrogenation Catalyst: A key precursor for the selective reduction of alkenes, alkynes, and other unsaturated functional groups in complex molecule synthesis.
• Hydroformylation Reactions: Used in the catalytic addition of syngas (CO + H₂) to olefins to produce aldehydes, a fundamental step in oxo processes.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for generating chiral rhodium catalysts used in the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• C-H Activation & Functionalization: Employed in cutting-edge research and development for the direct functionalization of C-H bonds, streamlining synthetic routes.
• Polymerization Catalyst: Utilized in the catalysis of specific polymerization reactions for creating specialty polymers and materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological development and mechanistic studies in organometallic chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Acetonitrile)(1,5-Cyclooctadiene)Rhodium(I) Tetrafluoroborate
CAS No.	32679-02-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₈BF₄N₂Rh
Molecular Weight	374.00 g/mol
Synonyms	(1,5-Cyclooctadiene)bis(acetonitrile)rhodium(I) tetrafluoroborate; Rh(COD)(CH₃CN)₂BF₄; [Rh(COD)(NCMe)₂]BF₄; Rhodium(1+), (1,2,5,6-η)-1,5-cyclooctadiene-bis(acetonitrile)-, tetrafluoroborate(1-); Bis(acetonitrile)(1,5-cyclooctadiene)rhodium tetrafluoroborate; COD-rhodium acetonitrile complex
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Quality Control

Our Bis(Acetonitrile)(1,5-Cyclooctadiene)Rhodium(I) Tetrafluoroborate is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high catalytic performance. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and the absence of deleterious impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as Rhodium content, NMR purity, and solvent residues is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at 2-8°C in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, moisture, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability and catalytic activity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (NMR)	≥ 95%
Rhodium (Rh) Content	27.5 - 28.5 %
Solvent Residues (NMR)	Meets internal standards

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