Description

Dibromo(1,10-Phenanthroline-κn1,κn10)Nickel (CAS NO 48165-50-0) is a coordination complex featuring a nickel(II) center chelated by a 1,10-phenanthroline ligand and two bromo ligands. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile catalyst and precursor in advanced organic synthesis and materials science research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel synthetic pathways and functional materials.

Application

• Catalyst in Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in nickel-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki-Miyaura or Kumada couplings, for forming carbon-carbon bonds.
• Polymerization Catalyst: Employed in the synthesis and study of coordination polymers or as a catalyst in controlled radical polymerization processes.
• Electrochemical Studies: Serves as an electroactive material or a model complex for investigating redox processes and electron transfer mechanisms.
• Precursor for Materials Synthesis: Used as a starting material for depositing nickel-containing thin films or for synthesizing other nickel complexes with tailored properties.
• Ligand Exchange Studies: Utilized in academic and industrial research to study ligand substitution kinetics and thermodynamics in coordination chemistry.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Functions as an intermediate in multi-step synthetic routes for producing complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dibromo(1,10-Phenanthroline-κn1,κn10)Nickel
CAS No.	48165-50-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₈Br₂N₂Ni
Molecular Weight	414.72 g/mol
Synonyms	Nickel, dibromo(1,10-phenanthroline-κN1,κN10)-; Dibromo(1,10-phenanthroline)nickel(II); Nickel(II) dibromo(1,10-phenanthroline) complex; 1,10-Phenanthroline nickel(II) dibromide; Ni(phen)Br₂; Dibromo(1,10-phen)nickel; 48165-50-0
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for research and process chemistry. Each batch is characterized to confirm identity, purity, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed and under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Ni content)	Min. 13.5%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Solubility Test	Soluble in DMF, DMSO; slightly soluble in CH₂Cl₂

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