Description

Bis(1,1,1-Trifluoro-2,4-Pentanedionato)(1,5-Cyclooctadiene)Ruthenium(II), 98% is a high-purity organometallic complex of ruthenium, serving as a versatile precursor for advanced materials synthesis and catalysis. This compound is valued for its role in facilitating precise chemical transformations, particularly in the development of thin films and specialty polymers. It is essential for R&D and production in the electronics, semiconductor, and fine chemical industries where controlled deposition and catalytic activity are critical.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): A key precursor for depositing high-purity ruthenium or ruthenium oxide thin films in semiconductor fabrication and microelectronics.
• Homogeneous Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in organic synthesis, including hydrogenation, isomerization, and oxidation reactions.
• Materials Science Research: Used in the development of novel coordination polymers, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and other functional materials.
• Electrochemical Applications: Investigated for use in electrocatalysis, such as in fuel cells and water-splitting devices.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic molecules where ruthenium-mediated steps are required.
• Surface Modification: Used to create specialized ruthenium-containing coatings with tailored electronic or catalytic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(1,1,1-Trifluoro-2,4-Pentanedionato)(1,5-Cyclooctadiene)Ruthenium(II), 98%
CAS No.	38704-78-8
Molecular Formula	C18H16F6O4Ru
Molecular Weight	519.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Ruthenium(II) (1,5-Cyclooctadiene)bis(1,1,1-trifluoro-2,4-pentanedionate); Ru(COD)(tfac)2; (1,5-Cyclooctadiene)bis(trifluoroacetylacetonato)ruthenium(II); Bis(trifluoroacetylacetonato)(1,5-cyclooctadiene)ruthenium; Ru(tfac)2(COD); 38704-78-8; Ruthenium complex with 1,5-cyclooctadiene and hexafluoroacetylacetonate
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Quality Control

Our Bis(1,1,1-Trifluoro-2,4-Pentanedionato)(1,5-Cyclooctadiene)Ruthenium(II), 98% is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling, to meet the specifications required for advanced material applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and relevant physical data are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere. This material is moisture-sensitive and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Ru content)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents

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