Description

Tris(butylcyclopentadienyl)scandium(III) is an organometallic compound of scandium, characterized by its three butyl-substituted cyclopentadienyl ligands. This compound is a valuable precursor in advanced materials science and catalysis, offering a source of scandium in a highly reactive and soluble form. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of olefin polymerization catalysis, organic synthesis, and the development of specialty electronic materials.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a key component in single-site catalysts for the polymerization of ethylene and α-olefins.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a Lewis acid catalyst or reagent in various carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions and other synthetic transformations.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Used as a volatile precursor for depositing scandium-containing thin films in semiconductor and optical coating applications.
• Materials Research: Employed in the synthesis of novel organoscandium complexes and the study of their structural and catalytic properties.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to incorporate scandium into polymer matrices to alter physical or catalytic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tris(butylcyclopentadienyl)scandium(III)
CAS No.	312739-92-7
Molecular Formula	C27H39Sc
Molecular Weight	414.54 g/mol
Synonyms	Tris(n-butylcyclopentadienyl)scandium; Scandium tris(n-butylcyclopentadienyl); Tris(1-butyl-2,4-cyclopentadien-1-yl)scandium; Tris(butylcyclopentadienyl)scandium; Sc(CpBu)3; Organoscandium compound; Scandium(III) butylcyclopentadienyl complex
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Quality Control

Our Tris(butylcyclopentadienyl)scandium(III) is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific assay, identity, and impurity profiles are provided to guarantee the material meets your research or process specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place (15-25°C) due to its moisture-sensitive and easily oxidized nature. Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Solid (color may vary)
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Scandium content)	≥ 95% (by ICP-OES)
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.