Description

Iron, Tricarbonyl(1,1A,2,7Eta4-1-Methylene-2,4,6-Cycloheptadiene)- CAS NO 41576-77-6 is a specialized organometallic complex featuring an iron-tricarbonyl core coordinated to a methylene-substituted cycloheptadiene ligand. This compound is valued for its unique reactivity and serves as a versatile precursor or catalyst in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Catalyst precursor for organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Ligand source in the development of novel transition metal catalysts.
• Key intermediate in the synthesis of complex natural products and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research reagent for studying organometallic reaction mechanisms and stoichiometric transformations.
• Building block for materials science applications, including the preparation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron, Tricarbonyl(1,1A,2,7Eta4-1-Methylene-2,4,6-Cycloheptadiene)- CAS NO 41576-77-6
CAS No.	41576-77-6
Molecular Formula	C11H8FeO3
Molecular Weight	244.02 g/mol
Synonyms	Tricarbonyl[(1,2,3,4,5,6-η)-1-methylene-2,4-cycloheptadiene]iron; (1-Methylene-2,4-cycloheptadiene)tricarbonyliron; Tricarbonyl(1-methylene-2,4-cycloheptadiene)iron; Fe(CO)3(η4-C7H8); Iron tricarbonyl complex of 1-methylene-2,4-cycloheptadiene
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Quality Control

Our production of this advanced organometallic compound adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques, including NMR, IR spectroscopy, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your research and development requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red-brown crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (NMR / HPLC)	≥ 95%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., THF, DCM, toluene)

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