Description

Bis(I-Propylcyclopentadienyl)Nickel is an organometallic compound belonging to the nickelocene family, valued for its role as a catalyst and precursor in advanced material synthesis. Its significance lies in its ability to facilitate specific chemical transformations and deposit high-purity nickel films, which are critical for performance and consistency in demanding industrial processes. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the semiconductor, specialty polymer, and fine chemical synthesis sectors who require reliable, high-quality organometallic reagents.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): A key precursor for depositing high-purity nickel and nickel-containing thin films on substrates for microelectronics and nanotechnology applications.
• Catalysis in Organic Synthesis: Employed as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in cross-coupling reactions, oligomerization, and polymerization processes.
• Specialty Polymer Production: Used in the synthesis and modification of polymers where nickel catalysts are required to control molecular structure and properties.
• Materials Science Research: Serves as a fundamental reagent in the development of new organometallic frameworks, magnetic materials, and coordination complexes.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Facilitates the production of complex organic molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical intermediate synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(I-Propylcyclopentadienyl)Nickel
CAS No.	57197-55-4
Molecular Formula	C16H22Ni
Molecular Weight	273.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(isopropylcyclopentadienyl)nickel; Diisopropylcyclopentadienyl Nickel; Nickel, bis(1-methylethyl-η5-cyclopentadienyl)-; (i-PrCp)2Ni; Bis(1-methylethylcyclopentadienyl)nickel; Nickelocene derivative; Organonickel compound; Catalyst precursor
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Quality Control

Our Bis(I-Propylcyclopentadienyl)Nickel is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including assay and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all quality parameters are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation and light, prolonged exposure to air or ambient conditions should be avoided. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Ni content)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0%

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