Description

Tetrakis(Pentafluorophenyl)Diphosphine is a specialized organophosphorus compound featuring a diphosphine core substituted with electron-deficient pentafluorophenyl groups. This unique structure makes it a highly valuable ligand in transition metal catalysis, particularly for reactions requiring electron-poor phosphine systems. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of advanced materials science, pharmaceutical intermediates, and specialty chemical synthesis who require precise control over catalytic activity and selectivity.

Application

• As a ligand in homogeneous catalysis for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Sonogashira).
• In the synthesis of novel metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and coordination polymers.
• For the development of specialty catalysts used in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• As a precursor in materials science for creating phosphine-containing polymers or surfaces.
• In academic and industrial R&D for exploring new catalytic pathways and mechanisms.
• For the stabilization of low-oxidation-state metal complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrakis(Pentafluorophenyl)Diphosphine
CAS No.	6846-59-9
Molecular Formula	C₂₄F₂₀P₂
Molecular Weight	706.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(pentafluorophenyl)phosphino(pentafluorophenyl)phosphine; Diphosphine, tetrakis(pentafluorophenyl)-; Tetrakis(2,3,4,5,6-pentafluorophenyl)diphosphine; P,P,P',P'-Tetrakis(pentafluorophenyl)diphosphine; (Pentafluorophenyl)₂P-P(C₆F₅)₂; 1,2-Bis[bis(pentafluorophenyl)phosphino]ethane (common misnomer, verify structure); Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our Tetrakis(Pentafluorophenyl)Diphosphine is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR (¹H, ³¹P, ¹⁹F) and HPLC analysis, to verify identity and assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) at room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, the container should be purged with inert gas before resealing after each use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
³¹P NMR Purity	Conforms

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