Description

Dibenzylmagnesium is a highly reactive organomagnesium compound, commonly supplied as a solution in ethers such as THF or diethyl ether. Its primary value lies in its utility as a powerful benzyl anion equivalent and a versatile nucleophile in advanced organic synthesis. This reagent is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require precise carbon-carbon bond formation and the introduction of benzyl groups under controlled conditions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: A key reagent for constructing complex molecular frameworks, particularly in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Production: Used in the manufacture of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides where benzylation reactions are required.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as an initiator or catalyst component in the polymerization of specific monomers and the modification of polymer chains.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for nucleophilic addition reactions, Grignard-type transformations, and the preparation of benzylated compounds.
• Material Science: Utilized in the surface modification of materials and the synthesis of organometallic precursors for advanced materials.
• Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for generating other organometallic catalysts and complexes used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dibenzylmagnesium
CAS No.	6928-77-4
Molecular Formula	C14H14Mg
Molecular Weight	206.56 g/mol
Synonyms	Magnesium, dibenzyl-; Benzylmagnesium (as dibenzyl derivative); Dibenzyl magnesium; Bis(phenylmethyl)magnesium; Magnesium dibenzyl; (Phenylmethyl)magnesium (dimer); Grignard reagent, benzylmagnesium (dibenzyl form)
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Quality Control

Our Dibenzylmagnesium solutions are produced under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for sensitive synthetic applications. Each lot is characterized by titration (for active magnesium content), NMR, and other analytical techniques to confirm identity, concentration, and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, this product must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at recommended temperatures, typically between 2°C and 8°C for extended stability. Handle and store away from moisture, heat, and ignition sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow solution
Concentration	Typically 0.5M to 1.0M in THF or Ether
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95% (as C14H14Mg)
Identification (IR/NMR)	Conforms to structure
Solvent	Specified (e.g., Tetrahydrofuran, Diethyl ether)

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