Description

Rhodium(II) Hexanoate Dimer is a coordination compound of rhodium in the +2 oxidation state, serving as a versatile catalyst precursor. This compound matters for its ability to facilitate highly efficient and selective chemical transformations, particularly in organic synthesis and materials science. Industries requiring advanced catalytic processes, such as fine chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical intermediates production, and academic research, are the primary users of this specialized material.

Application

• Catalyst for Cyclopropanation Reactions: A key precursor for generating dirhodium carbenoids used in the stereoselective synthesis of cyclopropanes, important structural motifs in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• C-H Functionalization: Enables direct carbon-hydrogen bond activation and functionalization, streamlining synthetic routes for complex organic molecules.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Employed in the development of chiral catalysts for producing enantiomerically pure compounds, crucial for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymerization Initiator: Used in the controlled polymerization of specific monomers to create novel polymeric materials with tailored properties.
• Research & Development: Serves as a fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new catalytic methodologies and reaction mechanisms.
• Materials Science: Investigated for the deposition of rhodium-containing thin films or nanostructures for electronic or catalytic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rhodium(II) Hexanoate Dimer
CAS No.	62728-89-6
Molecular Formula	C12H22O4Rh (monomer) / [Rh(O2C(CH2)4CH3)2]2
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Dirhodium Tetrahexanoate; Dirhodium(II) Hexanoate; Dirhodium Tetracaproate; Rhodium Caproate; Rhodium(II) Caproate Dimer; Bis(μ-hexanoato)dirhodium; Tetrakis(hexanoato)dirhodium
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Rhodium(II) Hexanoate Dimer is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high catalytic activity. Quality is assured through rigorous analytical testing, including determination of rhodium content, purity assessment, and control of residual solvents. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with each shipment to support your quality management systems.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) due to its sensitivity to oxidation and moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green to blue-green solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Rhodium (Rh) Content	Contact for details
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., toluene, dichloromethane)

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