Description

Dicarbonyl(Pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)Chromium Dimer is a highly specialized organometallic compound featuring a pentamethylcyclopentadienyl (Cp*) ligand. This compound is valued for its role as a precursor in advanced materials science and catalysis research, particularly for the synthesis of thin films and nanostructures. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the semiconductor, chemical vapor deposition (CVD), and organometallic chemistry sectors.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) Precursor: For the deposition of high-purity chromium or chromium-containing thin films in semiconductor and optical coating applications.
• Catalysis Research: Serves as a catalyst precursor or model compound in organometallic synthesis and homogeneous catalysis studies.
• Materials Science: Used in the development of novel metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and coordination polymers.
• Surface Modification: Employed in surface science for creating tailored metal interfaces with specific electronic properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A key reagent for investigating reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies in organochromium chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dicarbonyl(Pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)Chromium Dimer
CAS No.	37299-12-0
Molecular Formula	C24H30Cr2O4
Molecular Weight	482.49 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(η5-pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)dicarbonyldichromium; Chromium, dicarbonyl(η5-pentamethyl-2,4-cyclopentadien-1-yl)-, dimer; Cp*Cr(CO)2 dimer; (Pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)dicarbonylchromium dimer; Decamethylchromocene carbonyl dimer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dicarbonyl(Pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)Chromium Dimer is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR and elemental analysis, to verify identity and composition. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (NMR)	≥ 95%
Chromium 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.