Description

6-Ferrocenyl-6-Oxohexanoic Acid is a versatile organometallic compound featuring a ferrocene moiety linked to a keto-acid chain. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and functional molecules. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of electrochemistry, catalysis, and pharmaceutical development, where its redox-active ferrocene unit imparts distinctive properties.

Application

• Electrochemical Sensor Development: Used as a key precursor for modifying electrode surfaces to create sensitive and selective biosensors.
• Catalysis Research: Serves as a ligand or precursor for novel organometallic catalysts in asymmetric synthesis and green chemistry applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of bioactive molecules and potential drug candidates, leveraging the metabolic stability of the ferrocene group.
• Material Science: A building block for creating ferrocene-containing polymers, dendrimers, and supramolecular assemblies with unique electronic or optical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A crucial reagent for exploring new reactions and properties in organometallic chemistry and medicinal chemistry projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Ferrocenyl-6-Oxohexanoic Acid
CAS No.	51812-71-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₈FeO₃
Molecular Weight	314.16 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Oxo-6-ferrocenylhexanoic acid; 6-Ferrocenoylhexanoic Acid; 6-(Ferrocenylcarbonyl)hexanoic Acid; 6-Ferrocenyl-6-oxohexanoic Acid; Ferrocenyl 5-carboxypentyl ketone; 5-Carboxypentylferrocenyl ketone; 6-Ferrocenyl-6-oxo-caproic acid; 51812-71-6
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Ferrocenyl-6-Oxohexanoic Acid is produced under stringent conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to verify identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red-brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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