Description

1,3-Bis(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)Imidazol-2-Ylidene (1,4-Naphthoquinone)Palladium(0) Dimer is a highly specialized, air-stable palladium N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) complex designed for demanding cross-coupling catalysis. This compound matters because it offers superior thermal stability and catalytic activity compared to traditional phosphine-ligated palladium catalysts, enabling more efficient and robust synthetic transformations. It is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-performance catalysts for constructing complex organic molecules, particularly under challenging conditions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: A key catalyst for Suzuki-Miyaura, Buchwald-Hartwig, and other C-C/C-N cross-coupling reactions in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of complex, bioactive molecules for crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Materials Science R&D: Facilitates the polymerization and functionalization of organic semiconductors, OLED materials, and conductive polymers.
• Fine Chemical Production: Enables efficient, scalable synthesis of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring precise molecular architecture.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable tool for methodological development in organic synthesis and catalysis studies.
• Process Chemistry Optimization: Employed to develop more efficient, cost-effective, and greener manufacturing routes due to its stability and high turnover numbers.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Bis(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)Imidazol-2-Ylidene (1,4-Naphthoquinone)Palladium(0) Dimer
CAS No.	467220-49-1
Molecular Formula	C58H60N4O2Pd2
Molecular Weight	1085.93 g/mol
Synonyms	Palladium(0) 1,3-bis(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)imidazol-2-ylidene (1,4-naphthoquinone) dimer; (IMes)Pd(NQ) Dimer; Pd(IMes)(1,4-NQ) Dimer; (1,3-Dimesitylimidazol-2-ylidene)palladium(0) 1,4-naphthoquinone dimer; NHC-Pd(0)-Naphthoquinone Dimer; Palladium NHC complex with 1,4-naphthoquinone; Air-stable Pd(0)-NHC catalyst; IPr* analog palladium catalyst.
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Bis(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)Imidazol-2-Ylidene (1,4-Naphthoquinone)Palladium(0) Dimer is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis (CHN), to verify identity, purity, and catalytic performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at 2-8°C to maintain long-term stability and prevent decomposition. The material is easily oxidized and moisture-sensitive; ensure the container is sealed immediately after use. Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black crystalline powder
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Palladium (Pd) Content	19.5 - 20.5 %
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (THF, Toluene, DCM)

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