Description

Ferrocene is a highly versatile organometallic compound renowned for its unique sandwich structure and exceptional stability. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a highly effective combustion catalyst and a crucial precursor for advanced materials. This product is essential for industries requiring precise chemical synthesis and performance-enhancing additives. Key sectors include polymer manufacturing, fuel technology, and pharmaceutical research, where its redox properties and structural robustness are leveraged.

Application

• Fuel Additive & Combustion Catalyst: Acts as an anti-knock agent and smoke suppressant in diesel and solid rocket propellants.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a precursor for ferrocene-based polymers and as a catalyst in polymerization reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized drug molecules and as a component in biosensors.
• Electrochemical Applications: Employed in the fabrication of modified electrodes and as a mediator in electron transfer processes.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Functions as a robust catalyst or ligand in various cross-coupling and asymmetric synthesis reactions.
• Nanomaterial Production: Used in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) for creating iron-containing nanoparticles and carbon nanotubes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ferrocene
CAS No.	55404-68-7
Molecular Formula	C10H10Fe
Molecular Weight	186.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(cyclopentadienyl)iron; Di(cyclopentadienyl)iron; Iron dicyclopentadienyl; Ferrocen; Cp2Fe; Dicyclopentadienyliron; Ferrocen (German); Ferrocène (French)
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Quality Control

Our Ferrocene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, melting point, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with ISO standards, and we can support requirements for REACH compliance and other global regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its property of being easily oxidized, long-term storage under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) is recommended for optimal stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to dark orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	172 - 174 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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