Description

Bis(Trimethylsilylcyclopentadienyl)Zirconium Dichloride is a highly specialized organometallic compound, specifically a metallocene derivative, that serves as a critical precursor in advanced material synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a single-source precursor for depositing zirconium-containing thin films and as a catalyst component in specialized polymerization processes. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the semiconductor, specialty polymer, and advanced ceramics industries who require high-purity organometallic reagents.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): A key precursor for depositing zirconium oxide (ZrO₂) or zirconium nitride (ZrN) thin films for semiconductor gate dielectrics and protective coatings.
• Catalysis Research: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in the polymerization of olefins and other monomers, enabling the study of novel polymer architectures.
• Material Science Development: Used in the synthesis of advanced ceramic materials and nanocomposites where controlled zirconium integration is required.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed as a reagent in specific organic transformations that leverage zirconium's unique Lewis acidity and coordination chemistry.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for exploring new organometallic chemistry and developing next-generation catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Trimethylsilylcyclopentadienyl)Zirconium Dichloride
CAS No.	60938-59-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₀Cl₂Si₂Zr
Molecular Weight	444.71 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(trimethylsilylcyclopentadienyl)zirconium(IV) dichloride; Zirconocene dichloride, bis(trimethylsilyl) derivative; Cp*ZrCl₂ (silylated); (Trimethylsilylcyclopentadienyl)zirconium dichloride; 1,1'-(Trimethylsilyl)zirconocene dichloride; (C5H4SiMe3)2ZrCl2; Bis(η5-trimethylsilylcyclopentadienyl)zirconium dichloride
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Quality Control

Our Bis(Trimethylsilylcyclopentadienyl)Zirconium Dichloride is manufactured and handled under stringent conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial applications. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and moisture content. We adhere to rigorous internal quality standards to meet the exacting requirements of advanced material synthesis and catalysis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be handled under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong oxidizers and acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Zr content)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC/NMR)	≥ 97.0%
Chloride Content	Theoretical
Solubility	Soluble in toluene, THF, dichloromethane

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