Description

Bis(Methylcyclopentadienyl)Difluorotitanium(IV) is a highly reactive organometallic compound belonging to the class of metallocene catalysts. This compound matters as a specialized precursor for the synthesis of advanced polyolefin catalysts and for chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes. It is primarily needed by manufacturers and R&D facilities in the polymer, specialty chemical, and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: A key component in the synthesis of Ziegler-Natta and single-site catalysts for the production of polyethylene and polypropylene.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Used as a titanium source for depositing titanium-containing thin films on substrates for electronic and optical applications.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a reagent or catalyst in specialized organic transformations and polymerization reactions.
• Polymer Research: Employed in R&D for developing novel polymer architectures with specific properties.
• Material Science: Utilized in the creation of advanced composite materials and surface coatings.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Serves as a standard or starting material for studies in organometallic chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Bis(Methylcyclopentadienyl)Difluorotitanium(IV)
CAS No.	38498-31-6
Molecular Formula	C12H14F2Ti
Molecular Weight	244.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(methylcyclopentadienyl)titanium difluoride; Di(μ-fluorido)-bis(η5-methylcyclopentadienyl)titanium(IV); (Methylcyclopentadienyl)titanium fluoride dimer; Cp*TiF2 (where Cp* = MeCp); Titanocene difluoride derivative; MeCp2TiF2; Dimethylcyclopentadienyl titanium fluoride
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Quality Control

Our Bis(Methylcyclopentadienyl)Difluorotitanium(IV) is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous quality testing, including assay and impurity profile analysis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, this material should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent decomposition. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., toluene, THF)

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