Description

Rhodium, Carbonylchlorobis(Trimethylphosphine)- CAS NO 36713-95-8 is a highly specialized organorhodium complex, valued for its role as a versatile catalyst precursor in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is critical for enabling highly selective transformations in the production of fine chemicals and pharmaceuticals. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new catalytic processes.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalysis: Serves as a key precursor for rhodium-based catalysts in hydrogenation, hydroformylation, and carbonylation reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of complex chiral molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring high stereoselectivity.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Facilitates the production of specialty aromas, flavors, and high-value agrochemical intermediates.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable tool for investigating new catalytic cycles and reaction mechanisms in organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science: Potential use in the deposition of rhodium thin films or the creation of novel metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Rhodium, Carbonylchlorobis(Trimethylphosphine)- CAS NO 36713-95-8
CAS No.	36713-95-8
Molecular Formula	C7H19ClOP2Rh
Molecular Weight	327.55 g/mol
Synonyms	Carbonylchlorobis(trimethylphosphine)rhodium(I); Chlorocarbonylbis(trimethylphosphine)rhodium(I); Rhodium carbonyl chloride trimethylphosphine complex; (Trimethylphosphine)rhodium(I) carbonyl chloride dimer; Vaska's complex analog; RhCl(CO)[P(CH3)3]2; Wilkinson's complex derivative
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Quality Control

Every batch of our organorhodium complexes is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols. We ensure high chemical purity and consistency suitable for demanding catalytic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and performance reliability for your critical processes.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Rhodium content)	≥ 31.0 %
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., Toluene, DCM)

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