Description

Nickel, [(1,2,5,6-η)-1,5-Cyclooctadiene][(2,3,5,6-η)-2,3,5,6-Tetramethyl-2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-Dione]- CAS NO 40759-64-6 is a highly specialized organonickel complex, valued for its unique catalytic properties and role as a precursor in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for facilitating challenging cross-coupling and cyclization reactions that are foundational to modern organic and materials chemistry. It is a critical reagent for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop novel compounds and polymers.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor for nickel-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Negishi, Kumada, Suzuki-Miyaura-type couplings).
• Organic Synthesis Reagent in the construction of complex molecular architectures, including natural products and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymerization Catalyst for the synthesis of specialty polymers and oligomers with controlled structures.
• Materials Science Research as a source of nickel for depositing thin films or creating novel metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Ligand Exchange Studies in coordination chemistry and catalyst design.
• Academic & Industrial R&D for developing new catalytic methodologies and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nickel, [(1,2,5,6-η)-1,5-Cyclooctadiene][(2,3,5,6-η)-2,3,5,6-Tetramethyl-2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-Dione]-
CAS No.	40759-64-6
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Nickel(0) 1,5-cyclooctadiene 2,3,5,6-tetramethyl-1,4-benzoquinone complex; (1,5-COD)Ni(TMBQ); Nickel(0)-cyclooctadiene-tetramethylbenzoquinone complex; Bis(η4-1,5-cyclooctadiene)nickel(0) tetramethylbenzoquinone adduct; Organonickel catalyst precursor; Ni(COD)(TMBQ); TMBQ-Ni(COD); Tetramethyl-1,4-benzoquinone nickel(0) 1,5-cyclooctadiene complex
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Quality Control

Our Nickel, [(1,2,5,6-η)-1,5-Cyclooctadiene][(2,3,5,6-η)-2,3,5,6-Tetramethyl-2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-Dione]- is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high catalytic activity. Each lot undergoes rigorous quality testing, including spectroscopic analysis (NMR, IR) and purity assessment, to ensure compliance with stringent in-house specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and assay is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) at 2-8°C or as specified on the label or COA. This compound is moisture-sensitive and easily oxidized; handle and store in a dry, oxygen-free environment to maintain stability and catalytic performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Contact for details
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (NMR)	≥95%
Nickel Content	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., THF, toluene)

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