Description

Di-n-Propylzinc is a highly reactive organozinc compound used as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to efficiently transfer a propyl group, making it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules. This chemical is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking reliable alkylation agents.

Application

• Nucleophilic Alkylation Reactions: Key reagent for introducing propyl groups into organic substrates, such as in the synthesis of fine chemicals and pharmaceutical intermediates.
• Cross-Coupling Catalysis: Used in Negishi and related cross-coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds for constructing complex organic architectures.
• Polymerization Initiator/Catalyst: Employed in Ziegler-Natta type polymerizations and the synthesis of specialized polymers and elastomers.
• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: Serves as a zinc source or dopant in the chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD) of zinc-containing thin films for electronics.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require a propyl moiety.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for creating novel organometallic frameworks and nanomaterials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Di-n-Propylzinc
CAS No.	628-91-1
Molecular Formula	C6H14Zn
Molecular Weight	151.57 g/mol
Synonyms	Zinc, dipropyl-; Dipropylzinc; Di-n-propyl zinc; Zinc dipropyl; Propylzinc; n-Propylzinc reagent; Zn(Pr)2; 1-Propylzinc
EINECS	211-055-2

Quality Control

Our Di-n-Propylzinc is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for sensitive synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, concentration, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the exacting standards of research and industrial chemistry.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and pyrophoric nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from heat, ignition sources, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability. Containers must be kept sealed and handled only with appropriate techniques to exclude air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (NMR/IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (as Zn)	≥ 95.0% (typically supplied as solution in solvent)
Concentration (in specified solvent)	0.5 M - 2.0 M (Custom concentrations available)
Solvent (Typical)	Heptane, Toluene, or other inert hydrocarbons

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