Description

Chloro[1,3-Bis(2,6-Di-I-Propylphenyl)Imidazol-2-Ylidene]Copper(I) is a highly specialized N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) copper(I) complex, valued for its role as a versatile and efficient catalyst in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary commercial significance lies in facilitating challenging cross-coupling and C-H activation reactions under mild conditions, offering superior selectivity and activity compared to traditional catalysts. This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where it enables the synthesis of complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Catalyst for C-N and C-O Cross-Coupling Reactions: Enables the efficient formation of aryl amines and ethers, crucial in pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis.
• C-H Functionalization Catalyst: Used for the direct, site-selective functionalization of inert C-H bonds, streamlining synthetic routes.
• Polymerization Initiator: Employed in the controlled polymerization of specific monomers for producing specialty polymers and materials.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Material Synthesis: Catalyzes key steps in the production of electron-transport and emissive layer materials.
• Agrochemical Intermediate Production: Facilitates the synthesis of complex, bioactive molecules for crop protection agents.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A vital tool for methodology development and exploring new catalytic transformations in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chloro[1,3-Bis(2,6-Di-I-Propylphenyl)Imidazol-2-Ylidene]Copper(I)
CAS No.	578743-87-0
Molecular Formula	C27H36ClCuN2
Molecular Weight	484.58 g/mol
Synonyms	(IPr)CuCl; Copper(I) Chloride IPr Complex; 1,3-Bis(2,6-diisopropylphenyl)imidazol-2-ylidene Copper(I) Chloride; NHC-CuCl Complex; IPrCuCl; SIPr-CuCl Analog; Chloro(1,3-bis(2,6-diisopropylphenyl)imidazolin-2-ylidene)copper; Chloro[1,3-bis(2,6-di-iso-propylphenyl)imidazol-2-ylidene]copper
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Chloro[1,3-Bis(2,6-Di-I-Propylphenyl)Imidazol-2-Ylidene]Copper(I) is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high catalytic performance. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) at 2-8°C to maintain stability. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; therefore, containers must be kept sealed and handled in a dry, oxygen-free environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Copper Content (Titration)	12.8 - 13.4 %
Chloride Content	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (THF, DCM, toluene)

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